Homelite UT40530, Operator'S Manual

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 Replace the oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten.
To check engine lubricant level:
 Place water pump on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.

Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not rethread.

Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lubricant
level should fall within the hatched area on the dipstick.
 If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises
to the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick.

Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause
excessive smoke and engine damage.
OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a
violation of federal law and will damage the unit
and void your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline
containing up to 10% ethanol.
Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than
the percentage of oxygenates previously stated
are not
covered under warranty.
ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK
See Figure 7.
DANGER:
Risk of fire and serious burns:
Never remove fuel cap
when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit
to cool at least five minutes. Remove cap slowly.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property
damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep away from
ignition sources, handle outdoors only, do not smoke
while adding fuel, and wipe up spills immediately.
When adding gas to the water pump, make sure the unit is
sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the water
pump cool for five minutes before adding gas. ALWAYS fill
the fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off.
NOTE: This is a 4-cycle engine. DO NOT mix fuel and
lubricant together.
NOTICE:
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has
been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however,
product users must comply with Federal, State, and
local fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate
authorities. Contact customer service or a qualified
service center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
This product is designed to remove clean water only.
WARNING:
Never use this water pump to remove water that has
been contaminated or that may contain gasoline, oil,
acids, or other flammable or toxic substances. Never
use to remove hot water. Improper use of the water
pump may result in serious personal injury.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 6.
NOTE:
This machine has been shipped with approximately
2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing.
You must add
lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time.
NOTICE:
Any attempt to start the engine without adding lubricant
will result in engine failure.
To add engine lubricant:

Place water pump on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.
 Move the fuel lever to the CLOSED position.

Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Before first use, squeeze the entire contents of the
lubricant container provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or
SAE 10W30) until the fluid level rises to the upper portion
of the hatched area on the dipstick.
Do not overfill.
OPERATION