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Thisoperator'smanualdescribessafetyandinternationalsymbolsandpictographsthatmayappearonthisproduct•
Readtheoperator'smanualforcompletesafety,assembly,operatingandmaintenanceandrepairinformation•
SYMBOL MEANING
' SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or cautionl May be used
in conjunction with othe r symbols or pictograph s.
' WARNING : READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the operator's manua!(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions• Failure to do so can result in
Sed0us injury tOthe operator and/or bystander s,
' WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can
cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye
protection meeting ANSI Z87:1 standards and ear
protection when operating this unit, Use a full face
shield when needed.
SYMBOL MEANING
I * ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
O • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
A • KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
_,,_,;;;_ WARNING: Keep all bystanders, espec_,y
J"xP=l_ _, children and pets. at least 50 feet (15 m from the
- • operating area•
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• CHOKE CONTROL
1. • FULL cnoKe oosition
2. • PARTIAL choke position
3. • RUN choke position
HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch a hot muffler, gear housing or cylinder.
you maY get burned, These parts get extremely hot
from operation, They remain hOt for a sho rt time after
unit is turned off.
• 0 * THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER
CAN CAUSE SEVERE !NJURY
7 _-_ • •
_m WARNING: DO not operate without the cutting
.._f _ attachment shield in place• Keep awaY from the
_-_jY '11111 rotating cutting attachment.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clear" fresh unleaded fuel
• OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper _ype of
OII.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING: Sharp blade on cutting aEachment
shielc To preven_ senous injury, do not touch the
ne cuEtng blade.
[,_ ARNING: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY
CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain
the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and
cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before each use
and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely
important. Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly.
Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, can
cause premature engine wear and failure. Use a high-
quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum
Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE
NOTE: This unit is shipped without oil. In order to avoid damage to
the unit, put oil in the crankcase before you attempt to start
the unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.04 fluid oz. (90 ml) bottle of SAE 30
SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 1).
NOTE: Save the bottle of oil. It can be used to measure the correct
amount during future oil changes. See Changing the OiL
1. Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the paper seal
covering the opening. Replace the top. Next, cut the tip off the
funnel spout (Fig. 1).
2. Place the unit on a flat level surface (Fig. 2).
3. Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 3).
4. Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 3).
NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.
5. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil fill plug /
dipstick•
Check oil before each use and change as needed• Refer to Changing
the OiL
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit performance. Be sure to
use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
NOTE: This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid damage to the
unit, do not mix oil with gasoline.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as
ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether)• Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water•
As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate or form
acids when stored• Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using
alcohol-blended fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or
its use is unavoidable, follow
recommended precautions:
• Always use fresh unleaded
gasoline
• Use the fuel additive STA-BIL (#_or
an equivalent
• Drain tank and run the engine dry Fig. 1
before storing unit
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL _ Gas Stabilizer or an
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