Operator’s Manual
Viper® 212cc 4-Cycle Engine
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SERVICE
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Always stop the engine whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning, repairing or inspecting
the unit. Engine should be turned off and cool, spark
plug wire must be removed from spark plug before
any repairs or adjustments are attempted. Never
make adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor)
running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
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Always wear eye protection when you make
adjustments or repairs.
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Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in
good condition. Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
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When servicing or repairing the engine, do not tip the
engine over or up unless specifically instructed to do
so in this manual. Service and repair procedures can
be done with the engine in an upright position. Some
procedures will be easier if the engine is lifted on a
raised platform or working surface.
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To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage. Allow engine to cool before storing.
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Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
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Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary.
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To guard against engine over-heating, always have
engine debris filter mounted and clean.
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Inspect engine before storage. When not in use,
disconnect spark plug lead and store indoors in a dry
place locked or otherwise inaccessible to children.
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Use only original equipment parts from Viper,
including all nuts and bolts.
Gasoline Fires and Handling Fuel Safely
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
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When storing extra fuel be sure that it is in an
appropriate container and away from any fire
hazards. Prevent fire and explosion caused by static
electric discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel
containers approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory
(U.L.) or the American Society for Testing & Materials
(ASTM).
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Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area.
Never fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors. (Examples
include: basement, garage, barn, shed, house, porch,
etc.) Never fill tank near appliances with pilot lights,
heaters, or other ignition sources. If the fuel has to
be drained, this should be done outdoors and with
the proper equipment. Do not pour fuel from fuel
tank. The drained fuel should be stored in a container
specifically designed for fuel storage or it should be
disposed of carefully.
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Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing the fuel cap/and or refilling the engine.
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Do not smoke near or while handling engine fuel.
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Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.
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During storage, tightly screw down fuel cap.
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Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank.
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Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank.
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Always have an adult fill the fuel tank and never allow
children to fill the engine.
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Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence
of drugs or alcohol to fill engine.
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When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in the
tank, store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters
or other appliances that have a pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite gasoline
vapors.
Burns and Fires
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The muffler, muffler guard and other parts of the
engine become extremely hot during the operation
of the engine. These parts remain extremely hot after
the engine has stopped.
Prevention of Burns and Fires
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Never remove the muffler guard from the engine.
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Never touch the muffler guard because it is extremely
hot and will cause severe burns.
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Never touch parts of the engine that become hot
after operation.
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Always keep materials and debris away from muffler
guard and other hot parts of the engine to avoid fires.
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This engine is designed to operate using a catalytic
converter which contributes to the engine’s
compliance with the EPA
