Cvt Belt Break-In; Fuel; Starting And Stopping The Engine - Cushman Refresher FS2 Owner's Manual

O
PERATION
• Avoid long operating times at the same engine speed.
• Avoid long operating times with a full load.
• Vary the engine speed during operation.
• Apply quick bursts of acceleration after the engine has warmed up.

CVT BELT BREAK-IN

The CVT belt break-in period is the first hour of operation on each new belt.
During the CVT belt break-in period, follow the same guidelines as described for engine break-in operation. See
Engine Break-In on page 21.

FUEL

Refer to Fuel Handling Guidelines on page 13 for more information regarding handling and storage of fuel.
Refuel only in well-ventilated areas.
Do not add fuel near open flame or electrical items that can cause a spark.
Inspect the fuel cap, tank and other components for leaks or damage that can cause a
hazardous condition.
Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the tank neck.
Never operate the vehicle with the fuel tank cap removed.
NOTICE: Oxygenated or reformulated gasoline, is mixed with alcohols or ethers. Excessive amounts of these
blends can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems. If any performance problems
occur, use gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.
Use clean, regular grade unleaded fuel. The Ethanol blend fuel up to 10% is permitted.
1. Remove the fuel refill cap that is located in front of the passenger side rear wheel.
2. Fill the tank with clean, automotive grade gasoline. See following chart for requirements.
Fuel
Grade requirement
Ethanol content
Methanol content
3. Replace the cap when refueling is complete.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

Unintentional roll-back of the vehicle could cause severe personal injury or vehicle dam-
age. To reduce the possibility of vehicle roll-back, keep the brake fully pressed until the
engine has started.
NOTICE: Avoid full throttle starts and fast acceleration until the engine has warmed up.
Always start the engine outdoors or in a well-ventilated space.
1. Sit in the driver's seat.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Insert the key and turn to the ON position.
4. Move the direction selector to the appropriate position.
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Wear eye protection to protect from splashed fuel and fuel vapors.
Never use cigarettes in or near the area where refueling is done or fuel is stored.
Regular 87 octane High altitude or heavy use/load applications can benefit from higher octane
gasoline.
10% maximum per- Exceeding the maximum permissible ethanol concentration can deteriorate the
missible engine fuel system and starting performance.
Not permissible The use of fuels containing methanol is not permissible.
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