Filling The Fuel Tank; Starting The Engine - Shindaiwa T2822X Owner's/Operator's Manual

Filling the fuel tank

WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
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NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine.
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ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before
refueling.
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ALWAYS Wipe all spilled fuel and move at least 3
meters (10 feet) from the fueling point and source before
starting.
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NEVER place flammable material close to the engine
muffler.
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NEVER operate the engine without the muffler and spark
arrester screen in place and in good working condition.
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FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
1. Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
2. Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap.
CAUTION!
Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine
3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank with clean, fresh fuel.
4. Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten firmly.
5. Wipe away any spilled fuel before starting engine.

Starting the Engine

Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, "I" for ON or START and "O" for OFF
or STOP.
WARNING!
Never start the engine from the operating position.
1. Slide the ignition switch to the "I" position.
2. Press the primer bulb (A) until fuel can be seen flowing in the transparent return
tube.
The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the
primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel.
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IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
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ALWAYS store gasoline in a container approved for flam-
mable liquids.
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ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each use.
During each refill, check that no fuel leaks from around
the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the unit immediately.
Fuel leaks must be repaired before using the unit.
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ALWAYS move the unit at least 3 meters (10 feet) away
from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable
materials before starting
the engine.
Remove the fuel
Filling the fuel tank
Slide ignition to ON
cap
A
ON