Exmark Metro HP Operator's Manual page 21

POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ A static charge can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and
cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Purchase and store gasoline only in an approved
container.
♦ Always place gasoline containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.
♦ Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic
truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow
the loss of any static charge.
♦ When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its
wheels on the ground.
♦ If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a
truck or trailer from a portable container, rather than
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
♦ If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the
nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
4.2.1 Fill fuel tank. For best results use only clean fresh regular grade unleaded
gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may
also be used; however, combustion chamber and cylinder head will require more
frequent service. See Engine Owner's Manual. Do not add oil to gasoline.
4.2.2 Refer to Maintenance and Adjustment Section 5 and perform all of the necessary
inspection and maintenance steps.
4.2.3 Familiarize yourself with the controls and operation of unit.
See Controls Section 4.1 and Operating Instructions Section 4.3.
4 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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4.3.1 Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for detailed operating instructions regarding the
engine.
4.3.2 Starting Engine: Operator must have PTO disengaged and transmission in
neutral.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
NOTE: Always engage the left and right neutral lock/park brake latches in the
"park brake" position when starting the engine (See Section 4.1.3).
DANGER
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