Fueling - Graco 231-316 Series C Instructions Manual

5. Check the engine oil level. Refer to the Honda
engine manual, supplied. This is a summary of the
information: Remove one of the oil fill plugs (C);
the oil should be almost overflowing. See Fig 3.
Add oil as necessary.
Recommended lubrication oil: Use a high-quality,
detergent oil, SAE 10W-40, classified "FOR SER-
VICE SE or SF", for regular use and for breaking-
in a new engine.
6. Fill the gas tank. See the Fueling section, below.
7. Flush the pump to remove the lightweight oil
which was left in the pump to protect it from rust.
See page NO TAG.
8. Prepare the paint according to the manufacturer's
recommendations. Remove any paint skin. Stir the
paint to mix pigments. Strain the paint through a
fine nylon mesh bag to remove particles that could
clog the filter or spray tip. This is probably the
most important step toward trouble-free spraying.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive
under certain conditions.
Always shut off the engine switch (A) before
refueling. See Fig 3.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area.
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the engine is refueled or where the
gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the tank. Close the gas fill cap
(B) securely after refueling. See Fig 3.
Do not spill fuel when fueling. Fuel vapor or
spilled fuel can ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make
sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
1. Fuel specifications. Use automotive gasoline
with a pump octane number [(R + M)/2] of 86 or
higher, or a research octane number of 91 or
higher. Unleaded fuel minimizes combustion
chamber deposits.
Setup
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Fueling

2. Gasolines containing alcohol (gasohol). Do not
use gasohol which contains methanol, if the gaso-
hol does not contain cosolvents and corrosion
inhibitors for methanol. Even if it does contain such
additives, do not use the gasohol if it contains
more than 5% methanol.
NOTE: The Honda engine warranty does not cover
damage resulting from the use of gasolines containing
alcohol. See the Honda engine manual for more infor-
mation.
3. General. Do not use oil and gasoline mixtures or
contaminated gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust or
water in the fuel tank.
4. Tank capacity: 0.95 gallons (3.6 liter). Always
leave at least 1/2 in. at the top of the tank for
expansion.
5. Shut off the engine before refueling.
6. After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap firmly.
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