Operation
NOTE: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
• Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you
and others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the gaso-
line, place the container and/or snowthrower on
the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
Wipe up spills.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around
an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out
of the reach of children.
• Do not tip the snowthrower with fuel in the fuel
tank.
The operation of any snow thrower can result
in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields while operating
your snow thrower or performing any ad just-
ments or repairs. We recommend standard safe ty glasses
or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
IMPORTANT: Know how to operate all controls before
adding fuel or attempting to start the engine.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded gasoline, do not
exceed 87 octane rating (Figure 8).
Figure 8
IMPORTANT: Do not add oil to the gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Do not use E85 blended fuels. This engine
is not E20/E30/E85 compatible. Alternative fuels with
high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine
performance, and may cause internal engine damage.