Filling The Fuel Tank - Shindaiwa M254 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the re-
quired amount of gasoline.
2. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and
remix.
iMPORTanT!
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emis-
sions. Some states may require the use of automatic
fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can
occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage
container.

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.
Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact
your local government for the laws affecting your area.
As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight con-
tainer. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.
Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel con-
tainer thoroughly before each use.
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ALWAYS store gasoline in
a container approved for
flammable 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 imme-
diately. 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 flam-
mable materials before
starting
the engine.
iMPORTanT!
1. Place the blower 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 the blower.
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