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Filling Oil Sump
1. Be sure the engine is upright and level.
2. Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube by
rotating counter-clockwise and lifting the dipstick out of
the engine. Wipe the dipstick clean with a shop rag.
3. Insert oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. On
threaded oil cap/dipstick units, do not screw the cap on to
check, just rest cap on threads to gain proper reading. On
quarter-turn cap units, tighten down the cap to check the
oil level. Refer to the proceeding instructions based on the
engine model that you have for more detailed information
regarding checking the oil level.
4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil filler tube. Note
the oil level and if the oil reading on the dipstick is below
the "L" mark, slowly add oil to reach the "H" level.
5. Insert oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten by
rotating the cap clockwise until firmly seated.
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.
NOTE:To change the oil, see Checking and Changing Oil
instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
Fuel Recommendations
CAUTION: Operating the engine with E85 fuel, an
oil/gasoline mixture, dirty gasoline, or gasoline over
30 days old that hasn't been fuel stabilizing additive
may result in damage to your engine's carburetor.
Subsequent damage would not be covered under
the manufacturer's warranty.
Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize
combustion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane.
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or
dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.
DO NOT use E85 gasoline.
_ WARNING! Gasoline is extremely flammable and is
explosive under certain conditions.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where
the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the
tank cap is closed properly and securely.
Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or
fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the
area is dry before starting the engine.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of va pot.
Adding Fuel
WARNING!An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER
allow children to refuel this engine. Gasoline (fuel)
vapors are highly flammable and can explode. Fuel
vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame
many feet away from engine. To prevent injury or
death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:
DO NOT use leaded fuel.
Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left over
from last season or stored for long periods.
NEVER mix oil with fuel.
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2.
3.
4,
DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood
Alcohol)
Before refueling, allow the engine to cool for two minutes.
Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated area.
Clean area around the fuel fill cap and remove the fuel fill
cap.
Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel
slowly, being careful to avoid spilling.
NOTE:On tanks with a fuel level indicator, fill the tank
until the fuel reaches the "fuel full" indicator mark. See Fig.
3-5. All other tanks, fill tank until the fuel reaches a 1/2inch
below the bottom of the filler neck to allow space for fuel
expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
Fnel Level Indicator
Top View
Figure 3=5
5. Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely.
WARNING! Wipe up spilled fuel before starting
engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start engine. Move
machine away from area of spillage. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until fuel vapors are gone.
8 I SECTION3-- SET-UP
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