Oreck SF600 Owner's Manual page 7

When refueling, be sure not to fill the fuel tank over the maximum level. If you do overfill the fuel
tank, remove fuel until it sits below the maximum level. Over-fueling can cause fire and
other accidents.
After refueling, securely close the fuel cap and store the machine in a safe place with no
sources of ignition. There is a danger of fire.
If you spill gasoline, move the machine a safe distance away without starting the engine.
Starting the machine in close proximity to a fuel spill can result in a fire or other accident. Use
a waste cloth to wipe away the spill and dispose of the cloth in accordance with local laws.
Be sure to change your clothes immediately if they come into contact with gasoline. There is a
danger that any gasoline on your clothes could ignite or cause you to feel unwell.
Do not refuel in places such as inside a car or on a truck, they could move unexpectedly. Refuel
after placing your fuel container safely on the ground, away from vehicles.
Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents.
Do not remove the refueling nozzle from the fuel tank until you have finished refueling.
Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents.
Caution when starting the engine
Do not modify the engine as this can cause accidents or explosions. You will bear responsibility
for any accidents or problems caused by modification. Also, trying to claim compensation in
such cases will be ineffective
Do not try to alter the position of the engine governor or change the set rotation speeds.
Do not run the engine in a place that is poorly ventilated. Engine exhaust is odorless and
contains carbon monoxide which can cause death or serious injury.
Do not allow highly flammable substances near the engine or the path of the exhaust as
this can cause a fire.
Do not touch the engine or muffler as they become extremely hot during operation and can
cause severe burns.
Do not allow weeds and leaves to accumulate in the engine, especially in the recoil cover,
airfilter, and near to the muffler. Overheating and fire can result.
Ensure that the clutch lever is in the [OFF] position, the speed change
lever is in the [N] position, before starting the engine. Not taking precautionswhen starting
the engine can cause injury and accidents.
After starting the engine with the clutch lever in the [OFF] position, check the
belt to be absolutely certain that it is not moving. If the belt is moving even a little,
immediately switch off the engine and adjust the belt guard and the wire. Not taking precautions
can cause injury and accidents.
Caution when loading and unloading
When loading or unloading using a truck, proceed carefully and be certain to park on a
flat and safe surface. A truck moving suddenly could cause injury and accidents.
Attach a gently sloping ramp securely to the truck's loading platform and lower the running of
the engine. The speed change lever should be put in the forward [1] position for loading, and in
the reverse [R] position for unloading. Proceed with caution as injury and accidents can be
caused by the machine tipping over or running out of control.