Check Fuel Level; Prime Fuel System; Fuel Recommendations - HALE HP 100 Operation And Maintenance Manual

operation the following items must be
checked.
WARNING: DO NOT smoke
when filling fuel tank.
WARNING: DO NOT fill fuel
tank while engine is running.
Allow engine to cool for two
minutes before refueling.
WARNING: DO NOT operate
engine when an odor of
gasoline is present or other
explosive conditions exist
WARNING: DO NOT STORE,
SPILL, OR USE GASOLINE NEAR
AN OPEN FLAME, or devices
such as a stove, furnace, or
water heater which utilize a
pilot light or devices which
can create a spark.
WARNING: DO NOT refuel
indoors where area is not well
ventilated. Outdoor refueling
is preferred.
1. CHECK FUEL LEVEL: Remove fuel filler
cap to check fuel level. Fill tank as
necessary and replace cap. DO NOT fill
the fuel tank to the point of overflowing.
The tank is designed to provide sufficient
expansion space when the tank is full.
When refilling the fuel tank ensure the
pump is level to prevent overfilling or
fuel being spilled on the ground.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS: Use
clean, fresh, lead-free
PORTABLE PUMPS
USER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
gasoline. The engine will
operate satisfactorily on any
gasoline intended for
automotive use. A minimum
of 85 octane is
recommended. DO NOT MIX
OIL WITH GASOLINE. Leaded
gasoline may be used if lead-
free is not available.
NOTE: The use of gasoline
which contains alcohol, such
as gasohol is not
recommended. If gasoline
with alcohol must be used, it
MUST NOT contain more than
10 percent Methanol and
MUST be removed from the
engine during storage.
2. PRIME FUEL SYSTEM: When initially
placing the pump into operation gain
access to the fuel primer bulb, located
behind the pump cover on the portable
pump, and squeeze until firm. Replace
cover after fuel system is primed.
CAUTION: The pump is
shipped without oil in the
HP SERIES
FUEL FILLER CAP
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