Engine Manual

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SET-UP
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
CAUTION
Operating the engine with E15 or E85 fuel, an oil/
gasoline mixture, dirty gasoline, or gasoline over
30 days old without fuel stabilizing additive may
result in damage to your engine’s carburetor. Subsequent
damage would not be covered under the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize
combustion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane.
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (E10) or 15% MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline
mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the
fuel tank. DO NOT use E15 or E85 gasoline.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under
certain conditions.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine off and
allowed to cool. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the
fuel cap is closed properly and securely.
• If fuel is spilled, wipe it off the engine and the equipment.
Move equipment to another area and wait five minutes
before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing
of vapor.
ADDING FUEL
WARNING
An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children
to refuel the engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly
flammable and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread
and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from
engine. To prevent injury or death from fuel fires, follow
these instructions:
• DO NOT use leaded fuel.
• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left over
from last season or stored for long periods.
• NEVER mix oil with fuel.
• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol)
NOTE: Before refueling, allow engine to cool for at least 5
minutes.
1. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated area.
2. Clean area around the fuel fill cap and remove the fuel cap.
3. Use an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly,
being careful to avoid spilling.
4. Fill fuel tank until fuel reaches 1⁄2 inch below the bottom of
the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. Be careful
not to overfill.
5. Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely. Wipe up spilled fuel
before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start engine.
Move equipment away from area of spillage. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until fuel vapors are gone.
6. Be sure fuel shut-off valve, if present, is open in the “on”
position.
ELECTRICAL POWER
WARNING
DO NOT pull recoil starter with engine running. Doing so
may VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
CAUTION
The extension cord can be any length, but must be
rated for 15 amps at 125 volts, grounded and rated for
outdoor use.
NOTES: When connecting power cord always connect power cord
to electric starter inlet on engine first; then into outlet (Figure 3).
Determine what type of power source outlet you will be
connecting the power cord to, before you start your engine.
See Engines with Electric Starters instructions in the Operation
Section of this manual.
Figure 3