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General Safety Rules and Precautions to observe for Fuel
Do not fuel machine in an enclosed room or
near open flames. Assure adequate
ventilation. Outdoor refueling is
recommended.
Always store the fuel in a properly marked
container that is approved by local codes and
ordinances for such usage.
Do not store in a closed area where fuel
vapors can reach an open flame from hot
water heaters, furnaces, etc. Store in a
locked, well-ventilated area only.
When refueling, be sure to stop the
engine and confirm that it is cooled down.
Never refuel when the engine is running.
When gasoline spills, be sure to wipe it up
completely and properly dispose of those
materials before starting the engine.
Do not smoke while handling fuel or filling
tank
Do not attempt to refuel a hot engine.
Never fill the fuel tank to the very top.
Never add fuel to the tank in a closed non-
ventilated area.
Do not add fuel to this unit close to an open
fire or sparks.
Be sure to wipe off spilled fuel before
attempting to start engine.
Oil Type:
Engine: Refer to engine owner
’s manual
Engine
See your engine manual for proper engine prep and operation.
Safety Rules and Precautions pertaining to Engine
Never remove the tank cap while the engine
is running.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Fumes from the exhaust
contain dangerous carbon monoxide.
Never attempt to make engine adjustments
while the unit is running. Always make
engine adjustments with the unit resting on a
flat, clear surface.
In start-up or during operation of the engine,
never touch hot parts such as the muffler, the
high voltage wire or the spark plug.
After the engine has stopped, the muffler is
still hot. Never place the machine in any
places where there are flammable materials
(dry grass, etc.), combustible gases or
combustible liquids.
Do not choke carburetor to stop engine. To
properly stop the engine, gradually reduce
engine speed to an idle, allow two minutes for
the engine to cool down and then use
appropriate switch to stop the engine.
Never tamper with the engine speed selected
by the engine manufacturer.
Do not operate engine without a muffler.
Inspect periodically and replace, if necessary.
Do not operate engine with an accumulation
of grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible
material in the muffler area.
Never run engine at excessive speeds. This
may result in injury and/ or damage to unit.
Do not use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land unless a spark arrester is installed on the
muffler. The arrestor must be maintained in
All Fradan Power Rakes are shipped
WITHOUT OIL
When
filling oil, refer to engine manufactures’ instruction manual.
