Service Precautions - Predator Engines 212 Owner's Manual

23. Use the equipment, accessories, etc., in accordance
with these instructions and in the manner intended for
the particular type of equipment, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the equipment for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
24. Do not operate the equipment with known
leaks in the engine's fuel system.
25. This product contains or, when used, produces a
chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
26. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be
cleaned up immediately. Dispose of fluids and
cleaning materials as per any local, state, or
federal codes and regulations. Store oil rags in
a bottom-ventilated, covered, metal container.
27. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. Do
not reach over or across equipment while operating.
28. Before use, check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the equipment's
operation. If damaged, have the equipment
serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained equipment.
29. Use the correct equipment for the application. Do
not modify the equipment and do not use the
equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended.

Service Precautions

1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning:
a. Turn the engine switch to its "OFF" position.
b. Allow the engine to completely cool.
c. Then, remove the spark plug
cap from the spark plug.
2. Keep all safety guards in place and in
proper working order. Safety guards include
muffler, air cleaner, mechanical guards, and
heat shields, among other guards.
3. Do not alter or adjust any part of the equipment
or its engine that is sealed by the manufacturer
or distributor. Only a qualified service
technician may adjust parts that may increase
or decrease governed engine speed.
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For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work
gloves, and dust mask/respirator during service.
5. Maintain labels and nameplates on the
equipment. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
6. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the equipment
is maintained. Do not attempt any service or
maintenance procedures not explained in this
manual or any procedures that you are uncertain
about your ability to perform safely or correctly.
7. Store equipment out of the reach of children.
8. Follow scheduled engine and equipment maintenance.
Refueling:
1. Do not smoke, or allow sparks, flames,
or other sources of ignition around the
equipment, especially when refuelling.
2. Do not refill the fuel tank while the
engine is running or hot.
3. TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE AND FIRE
HAZARD, do not fill fuel above the bottom of
fuel strainer for the 68121, 212cc engine.
68121 Max Fuel
DO NOT OVERFILL!
4. Do not fill fuel tank to the top. Leave a little
room for the fuel to expand as needed.
5. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.
6. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate
before starting engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start
the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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