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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Important: Before operating the machine, check the
fuel and oil levels, and remove debris from the machine.
Preparing to Use the Machine
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Review all of the safety decals on the machine.
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Use a hard hat, hearing protection, tight-fitting gloves
without drawstrings or loose cuffs, and eye protection.
A mesh visor alone does not provide sufficient eye
protection; supplement with protective glasses.
•
Ensure that you are familiar with safety regulations and
the shutdown procedures described in the Operator's
Manual and the Engine Manual.
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Ensure that all guards are in place and in good condition.
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Ensure that the screed boards are in good condition,
aligned correctly and secure to the machine and spreaders.
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Check the fuel and oil levels of the engine.
Operator Position
You must be familiar with the operating position when using
the machine (Figure 11).
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Adding Fuel
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For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating
method).
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Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE
by volume is acceptable.
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Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15
or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
Figure 11
Performance problems and/or engine damage may result
which may not be covered under warranty.
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Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless you use a fuel stabilizer.
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Do not add oil to the fuel.
DANGER
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion
from gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline
that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is no
higher than the screen on the filter in the fuel
tank. This empty space in the tank allows
gasoline to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where gasoline
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy
more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.
• Do not operate the machine without entire
exhaust system in place and in proper working
condition.
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