Step Two: Fueling - North Star M109163D Owner's Manual

Operation – Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use

Step Two: Fueling

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling
fuel. Use extreme care when handling gasoline.
1. Engine off / cool The engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two minutes before adding
fuel.
2. Outdoor location Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors.
3. Check engine oil Check engine oil level as specified in the engine manual.
level
4. Remove gas cap Remove gas cap.
5. Add gasoline Add gasoline through fill opening from a UL-approved container.
6. Spills / splashes Clean up fuel spills /splashes immediately.
Move water pump away from spilled fuel on the ground.
7. Replace gas cap Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
8. Gasoline storage Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in a UL approved, tightly sealed container.
WARNING
WARNING: A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel
or remove gas cap if engine is running or still hot.
WARNING: Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure.
Explosion can result.
Important Safety Instructions

Use approved container. NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas
station. Static charge can build and ignite fuel. Use a UL approved fuel
container to transfer gas to the engine.
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With the engine stopped and on a level surface, remove the fuel filler cap
and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
 Don't overfill. DO NOT overfill the gas tank. Wipe up spilled fuel before
starting the engine.
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Heat / flames / sparks. Stay away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks
while adding fuel.
1. Wipe fuel off engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before
starting engine.
2. Gas soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly
3. If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin
immediately.
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