Battery Installation; Operating Your Engine; Operation And Maintenance - Subaru EH90 Instructions For Use Manual

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WARNING
Never fi ll the fuel tank indoors, or when the engine is
running or hot. Wait 1 minute before refi lling. Do not
light a cigarette or smoke when fi lling the fuel tank.
NOTE: THE ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON
AUTOMOTIVE UNLEADED GASOLINE, WITH
NO MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL (E10). DO NOT
USE E15 OR E85.
NOTE: Using a fuel additive such as STA-BIL® fuel
stabilizer, or an equivalent, will delay gum
deposits from forming in the engine's fuel
system.
It is also recommended that gasoline be purchased in small
quantities, not more than a 30 day supply. FRESH gasoline
minimizes gum deposits, and also will ensure fuel volatility
tailored for the season in which the engine will be operated.
RECOMMENDED BATTERY
Servicing the battery is to be performed or supervised by
personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required pre-
cautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries.
Use only 12 volt negative (-) ground batteries with a mini-
mum rating of 450 cold-cranking amps at -17.8C (O F)
(OEM requirements may differ).
The battery and battery cables are not provided with the
engine from Subaru. If this engine was purchased as part of
a piece of equipment, the battery and cables may have been
supplied by the equipment manufacturer.
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WARNING
Damage will result to the engine starter if a battery
rated less than 450 cold-cranking amps is used.
BATTERY CABLES
Using battery cables that are too long or too small in di-
ameter may cause a decrease in voltage which leads to a
starting problem due to voltage drop. Use a cable size "2" for
length up to 10 feet. See Figure 2 for battery cable
connections.
Figure 2
Starter Contact

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

It is the owner's/operator's responsibility to perform all safety
checks; to make sure that all maintenance for safe opera-
tion is performed promptly; and to have the engine checked
by an authorized dealer periodically. Normal maintenance
service and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the
owner/operator and, as such, are not considered defects in
material or workmanship within the terms of the warranty.
Individual operating habits and usage contribute to the need
for maintenance service.
Proper maintenance and care of the engine assures a mini-
mum number of problems and keeps operating expenses at
a minimum. See an authorized Subaru dealer/distributor for
service aids and accessories.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Perform the following tasks before trying to start the engine:
Checking and Adding Engine Oil:
NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase, use
only high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classifi cation SJ (or higher). Use no
special additives.
Select the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected
operating temperature. Do not use SAE 10W-40.
Check engine oil level frequently to avoid possible damage
from running low on oil.
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