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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE

Operation

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual

including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Pre-Start Checks

Inspect engine and equipment looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts before set up and starting.

If any problems are found, do not use equipment until fixed properly.

Checking and Filling Engine Oil

NOTICE: Your Warranty is VOID if the engine’s

crankcase is not properly filled with oil before

each use. Before each use, check the oil level.

Do not run the engine with low or no engine oil.

Running the engine with no or low engine oil

WILL permanently damage the engine.

1. Clean the Oil Filler Cap and the area around it.

2. Remove the Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick.

Read the engine service manual for the

proper way to check the oil level.

3. If the oil level is low, add the proper type and weight.

See information below.

Oil type:

32° F or above = SAE 10W-30

Below 32° F = SAE 5W-30.

4. Replace the Oil Filler Cap.

NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil.

The engine will be permanently damaged.

Checking and Filling Fuel

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS

INJURY FROM FIRE:

Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area

away from ignition sources. If the engine

is hot from use, shut the engine off and

wait for it to cool before adding fuel. Do not smoke.

1. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.

2. Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.

3. Remove the Strainer and remove any dirt

and debris. Then replace the Strainer.

Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than

10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. Add fuel

stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID.

Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a

metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can

cause particles to enter the carburetor, affecting

engine performance and/or causing damage.

4. If needed, fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch under

the fill neck of the Fuel Tank with 90 octane or

higher unleaded gasoline that has been treated

with a fuel stabilizer additive. Follow fuel stabilizer

manufacturer’s recommendations for use.

5. Then replace the Fuel Cap.

6. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess

to evaporate before starting engine.

To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine

while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.

Starting the Engine

Before Starting the Engine

Before starting the engine:

a. Follow the Set Up Instructions to prepare the equipment.

b. Inspect the equipment and engine.

c. Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both unleaded gasoline and oil.

d. Read the Equipment Operation section that follows.

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