SKU 65588
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ing this piece of equipment. Do not
use this piece of equipment while
tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
Parts, especially exhaust system
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components, get very hot during use.
Stay clear of hot parts.
Do not cover the engine or equipment
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during operation.
Keep the equipment, engine, and sur-
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rounding area clean at all times.
Use the equipment, accessories, etc.,
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in accordance with these instructions
and in the manner intended for the
particular type of equipment, taking
into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the equipment for operations differ-
ent from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
Do not operate the equipment with
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known leaks in the engine’s fuel sys-
tem.
This product contains or, when used,
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produces a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm. (California Health & Safety
Code § 25249.5,
et seq.
)
When spills of fuel or oil occur, they
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must be cleaned up immediately. Do
not leave fuel, or oil soaked rags sit-
ting around, even for short periods
of time. Dispose of (or store) any
fuel, or oil soaked rags in a bottom-
ventilated, covered, metal container.
Dispose of fluids and cleaning materi
-
als as per any local, state, or federal
codes and regulations.
Before use, check for misalignment
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or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, and any other condition that
may affect the equipment’s operation.
If damaged, have the equipment
serviced before using.
Many ac-
cidents are caused by poorly main-
tained equipment.
Use the correct equipment for the
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application. Do not modify the equip-
ment and do not use the equipment
for a purpose for which it is not in-
tended.
servIce precautIons
Before service, maintenance, or
1.
cleaning:
turn the engine switch to its
a.
“oFF” position.
allow the engine to completely
b.
cool.
then, remove the spark plug
c.
wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
Keep all safety guards in place and in
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proper working order. Safety guards
include muffler, air cleaner, mechani
-
cal guards, and heat shields, among
other guards.
do not alter or adjust any part of
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the equipment or its engine that is
sealed by the manufacturer or dis-
tributor. Only a qualified service
technician may adjust parts that
may increase or decrease gov-
erned engine speed.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
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heavy-duty work gloves, and dust
mask/respirator during service.
Maintain labels and nameplates on
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the equipment. These carry impor-
