Fueling - Graco GM 5000 Instructions And Parts List

11. Observe the following cautions to avoid pressure
CAUTION
T o avoid damaging the pressure control, follow
these precautions.
1. Allow the main hose to act as a pulsation damp-
ener: Always use nylon spray hose at least
50
ft.
braid hose;
it
is too rigid.
(15.2 m) long for the main gun; Never use a wire
2. Never install a ball valve or shutoff device be-
tween the filter and the 50
8.
(15
m) hose.
3. Do not allow water or water-base material to
freeze in the pressure control.
control damage.
Close the black fuel shutoff lever whenever you are
transporting the sprayer to prevent fuel from flood-
ing the engine.
Keep the sprayer upright and level when operating
oil from leaking into the combustion chamber, which
it and when transporting it. This prevents crankcase
makes startup very difficult
12. To use the wheel brake, lift the brake handle (A-
bottom rear of cart) to engage the brake. Lower the
tive break engagement, be sure there Is proper tire
handle to disengage the break. See Fig. 3. For posi-
pressure and that tire wear is not excessive.
13. For how to operate and adjust the various features
of the Line Lazer,
see
pages 12
-
22.
14. Start the sprayer. See page 14.
Fig.
3
Fueling
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive un-
der certain conditions. T o reduce the risk of a fire or
explosion:
1. Always shut off the engine before refueling.
2.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area.
3. Do not.smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the engine is refueled or where the
gasoline is stored.
4.
Do not overfill the tank. Make sure the filler cap
is securely closed after refueling.
5. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel can ignite. If any fuel is
spilled during refueling, make sure the area is
dry before starting the engine.
1. Fuel specifications. Use automotive gasoline with a
pump octane number of 86 or higher. If the engine
knocks or pings, use a higher octane fuel. Unleaded
fuel minimizes combustion chamber deposits.
2. Gasolines containing alcohol (gasohol). Do not use
gasohol which contains methanol, if the gasohol
does not contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibi-
tors for methanol. Even if it does contain such addi-
tives, do not use the gasohol if it contains more than
5%
methanol.
A
.,___"
NOTE
The HONDA engine warranty does not cover
damage resulting from the use of gasolines containing
alcohol. See the HONDA engine manual for more infor-
mation..
3. General. Do not use oil and gasoline mixtures or
contaminated gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust or
water in the fuel tank.
4. Tank capacity:
0.95
gallons (3.6 liter). Leave 1/2 in.
(13 mm) at the top of the tank for gas expansion.
5. Shut
off
the engine switch (A) before refueling.
6. After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap
(B)
firmly.
Fig.
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