Fuel - Briggs & Stratton 470000 Operator's Manual

Fuel

Type of Fuel to Use
•
Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum from
forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor
parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used
within 30 days.
• For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton
Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized
Briggs & Stratton Dealer.
•
Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol.
• Do not mix oil with gasoline.
• This engine is certified to operate on gasoline.
Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine
Modifications).
Adding Fuel
1. Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2
inches below top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
2. Replace cap before starting.
CAUTION
Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
fuels, are fuels blended with alcohols or ethers.
Excessive amounts of these blends can
damage the fuel system or cause performance
problems. If any undesirable operating
symptoms occur, use gasoline with a lower
percentage of alcohol or ether.
WARNING
Starting engine creates sparking.
Fuel vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Fire or
explosion can cause severe
burns or death.
•
Do not use pressurized starting fluids
• Fuel equipment outdoors, away from
open flames, sparks and other ignition
sources, such as appliances with pilot
lights.
• Store fuel away from ignition sources.
WARNING
• Turn engine OFF and let engine
cool at least 2 minutes before
removing fuel cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in
well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to
approximately 1-1/2 inches below
top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion.
•
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates
before starting engine.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks,
open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and
fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
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