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WARNING:
OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain the proper oil
level in the crank case; it is important and cannot be
overemphasized. Check the oil before each use while the engine is
cold and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely
important. Check oil before each use while the engine is cold and change
the oil per the Maintenance Schedule. Failure to use the correct oil, or using
dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and failure.
Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum Institute)
service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE
NOTE:
This unit is shipped without oil. In
order to avoid damage to the unit,
put oil in the crankcase before
you attempt to start the unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.04 fluid oz.
(90 ml.) bottle of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil
(Fig. 9).
NOTE:
Save the bottle of oil. It can be
used to measure the correct
amount during future oil changes
(Fig. 9). See Changing the Oil.
1.
Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil
and remove the paper seal
covering the opening. Replace the
top. Next, cut the tip off the funnel
spout (Fig. 9).
2.
Remove the oil fill plug from the
crankcase (Fig. 10).
3.
Tilt the unit 30° to the side (Fig. 11).
4.
Pour the entire bottle of oil into
the oil fill hole (Fig. 11).
NOTE:
Never add oil to the fuel or
fuel tank.
5.
Wipe up any oil that may have
spilled and reinstall the oil fill plug.
Check oil before each use while the
engine is cold and change the oil per the
Maintenance Schedule. Refer to
Checking the Oil Level.
CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL
Check the oil only when the engine is off
and cool.
1.
Place the unit on its stand on a level
surface.
2.
Remove the oil fill plug from the
crankcase (Fig. 10).
3.
Look into the oil fill hole (Fig. 10). If
the oil level comes up to the first
thread, then the oil is full (Fig. 12). If
it does not, fill with oil until it does.
Oil Full Line
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
Funnel
Spout
Fill Level
Fig. 9
Oil Fill Plug
O-Ring
Oil Fill Hole
Fig. 10
30°
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit performance. Be sure to use
fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
NOTE:
This is a four-cycle engine. In order to avoid damage to the unit, do
not mix oil with gasoline.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol,
methanol or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate or form acids when stored.
Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using alcohol-blended fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe
up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for
spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may
explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the
fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and open
flames at a distance from the area.
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, follow
recommended precautions:
• Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
• Use the fuel additive STA-BIL® or an equivalent
• Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent,
will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a
fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor
for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel
according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives
directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING THE UNIT
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray.
Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
1.
Remove the fuel cap.
2.
Place the gas container's spout into the fill hole on the fuel tank (Fig. 13)
and fill the tank.
Gas Can Spout
NOTE:
Do not overfill the tank.
3.
Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
4.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
5.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site
before starting the engine.
NOTE:
Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to federal, state and
local regulations.
Fuel Tank
Fig. 13
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