ENGLISH
REFUELING
Recommended Fuel
ENGINE OIL
Recommended Oil
Oil Level Check
MAXIMUM
FUEL LEVEL
FUEL FILLER
NECK
FUEL FILLER CAP
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
LOWER LIMIT
UPPER LIMIT
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
8
Unleaded gasoline
Pump octane rating 86 or higher
Research octane rating 91 or higher
Pump octane rating 86 or higher
U.S.
Except U.S.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane rating of 86 or higher (a research octane rating of 91
or higher).
Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the
engine has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the
engine inside a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames
or sparks.
You may use unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol
must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. Use of fuels
with content of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above
may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system. Engine
damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel
with percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown
above are not covered under the Warranty.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you
can be burned or seriously injured when refueling.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame
away.
Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic. Be careful not to
spill fuel when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled
fuel is not covered under the Distributor’s Limited Warranty.
With the engine stopped and on a level surface, remove the fuel
filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level
is low.
Add fuel to the bottom of the maximum fuel level limit of the
fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental
damage. Wipe up spills immediately.
Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely. It may be necessary to lower the fuel level depending
on operating conditions. After refueling, screw the fuel filler cap
back on until it clicks.
Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues,
electric appliances, power tools, etc.
Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life.
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that
meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service
classification SJ or later (or
equivalent). Always check the
API service label on the oil
container to be sure it includes
the letters SJ or later (or
equivalent).
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities
shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range.
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level
position.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown,
but do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.
If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the
dipstick, fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark.
Do not overfill.
Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
Engine damage caused by running the engine with a low oil level
is not covered under the Distributor’s Limited Warranty.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Refuel only outdoors.
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