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on a truck or trailer from a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
– If a gasoline dispenser nozzle is used, keep
the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock
open device.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler neck. The empty space in the
tank allows gasoline to expand. Overfilling may
result in fuel leakage or damage to the engine or
emission system.
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Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors may cause serious
injury and illness.
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
– Keep face away from nozzle and gas
tank/container opening.
– Keep away from eyes and skin.
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To help prevent fires:
– Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive
grease or oil, and other debris which can
accumulate in these areas.
– Clean up oil and fuel spills and remove fuel
soaked debris.
– Allow the machine to cool before storing the
machine in any enclosure. Do not store the
machine or fuel container, or refuel, where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such
as on a water heater or other appliance.
Fuel Specification
Petroleum
Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87
fuel
or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
Use of an oxygenated, unleaded-gasoline
blend with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15%
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is
acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Ethanol
blended
Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such
fuel
as E15 or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by
volume. Performance problems and/or engine
damage may result which may not be covered
under warranty.
Important:
For best results, use only clean, fresh
fuel (less than 30 days old).
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Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel
containers over the winter unless you use a fuel
stabilizer.
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Do not add oil to gasoline.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
The operator must use their full attention when
operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity
that causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
WARNING
Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can
occur on contact and debris, such as leaves,
grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.
Clean the machine as stated in the
Maintenance section. Keep engine and engine
area free from accumulation of grass, leaves,
excessive grease or oil, and other debris
which can accumulate in these areas.
CAUTION
Chemicals are hazardous and can cause
personal injury.
• Read the directions on the chemical labels
before handling the chemicals and follow
all manufacturer recommendations and
precautions.
• Keep chemicals away from your skin.
Should contact occur, wash the affected
area thoroughly with soap and clean water.
• Wear goggles, gloves, and any other
protective equipment recommended by the
chemical manufacturer.
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless deadly poison.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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Keep away from holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, and
other hidden hazards. Use care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs, trees, tall grass or other
objects that may hide obstacles or obscure vision.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
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