ALL POWER AMERICA GE208, Owner'S Manual

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ALL POWER™ GE208 GASOLINE ENGINE | 13
OWNER’S MANUAL | MAINTENANCE 13
Refueling
With the engine stopped and on a level surface,
remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel
level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can
be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine and keep hear, sparks
and flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting
the engine. If the engine has been
running, allow it to cool first. Refuel carefully
to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely. Fill tank to approximately 1 inch
below the top of the fuel tank to allow for fuel
expansion. It may be necessary to lower the
level depending on operating conditions. After
refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
Never refuel the engine inside a building
where gasoline fumes may reach flames or
sparks. Keep gasoline away from appliance
pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances,
power tools, etc.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes
environmental damage. Wipe up spills
immediately.
NOTE: Fuel can damage paint and
plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when
filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by
spilled fuel is not covered under
warranty.
Fuel Recommendations
Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 90 or higher.
These engines are certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Unleaded gasoline
produces fewer engine and spark plug
deposits and extends exhaust system life.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or
an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or
water in the fuel tank.
Occasionally you may hear a light “knocking”
or “pinging” (metallic rapping noise) while
operating under heavy loads. This is no cause
for concern. If knocking or pinging occurs at
a steady engine speed, under normal load,
change brands or higher octane of gasoline.
If knocking or pinging persists, see an
authorized qualified mechanic.
NOTE: Running the engine with
persistent knocking or pinging can
cause engine damage. Running the
engine with persistent knocking or
pinging is considered misuse, and the
warranty does not cover parts
damaged by misuse. Oil