Benchmark 209CC Owner's Manual page 14

3. CHECK OIL LEVEL
Before adding or checking the oil:
• Make sure the engine is level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
1. Remove the dipstick and wipe with
a clean cloth.
2. Install the dipstick. Do not turn or
tighten.
3. Remove the dipstick and check the
oil level. Correct oil level is at the top
of the full indicator on the dipstick.
4. If oil level is low, slowly add oil
into the engine oil fuel. Fill to point of overflowing.
5. Reinstall and tighten the dipstick.
NOTICE: Pause to permit oil to settle. Wipe dipstick clean each time oil level is checked.
DO NOT overfill.
4. ADD FUEL TO FUEL TANK
FUEL MUST MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/ 87 AKI (91 RON). For high altitude use, see "High Altitude" .
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable.
NOTICE: Use of unapproved fuels could damage the engine and voids warranty.
• DO NOT use unapproved gasoline such as E15 and E85.
• DO NOT mix oil in gasoline or modify engine to run on alternate fuels.
WARNING! Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive
which could cause burns, fire or explosion resulting in death or serious
injury.
WHEN ADDING FUEL
• Turn pressure washer engine OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing
fuel cap.
Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• If fuel spills, wipe it out before starting engine.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
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209CC PRESSURE WASHER, 3200 PSI
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