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SKU 65414
operation of this equipment
may create sparks that
can start fires around dry
vegetation.
a spark arrestor may be
required.
the operator should contact
local fire agencies for laws
or regulations relating to fire
prevention requirements.
starting the engine
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
caution!
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.
check the oil
level with the engine stopped and
in a level position.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it off
1.
with a clean rag.
Reinsert the dipstick into the oil filler
2.
neck, but do not screw in, then re-
move it to check the oil level. The oil
level should reach the upper limit (H)
mark on the dipstick (bottom edge of
the oil fill hole).
If the oil level is not to the upper limit
3.
mark (bottom edge of the oil fill hole),
add the appropriate type of oil until
the oil level reaches the upper limit
mark.
Engine Oil SAE 10W-30 above 32°F
SAE 5W-30 at 32°F or below
Replace the Oil Dipstick.
4.
The Oil Sensor will automatically
shutdown the engine before the oil
level falls below the safe/low limit.
To avoid nuisance tripping of the
Oil Sensor and damage to property,
check that the oil level is at the
bottom edge of the oil fill hole before
each start-up.
caution!
do not
run the engine with
low oil or no oil; the engine will be
permanently damaged.
checking and Filling Fuel
Visually check the fuel level. A fuel
1.
level from about 1 inch under the fill
neck or higher is full.
Warning!
to prevent
serious injurY FroM
Fire:
Fill the fuel tank in a well-venti-
lated area away from ignition sourc-
es. Do not smoke.
To fill the Fuel Tank, first wipe off the
2.
Fuel Tank Cap and the surrounding
area.
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