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Step Two: Fueling
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WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Use extreme care when handling gasoline.
A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or remove gas cap if engine is
running or still hot.
Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure. Explosion can result.
1. Engine off / cool
The engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two minutes
before adding fuel.
2. Outdoor location
Fill fuel tank outdoors
– never indoors.
3. Check engine oil level
Check engine oil level as specified in the engine manual.
4. Remove gas cap
Remove engine gas cap.
5. Add gasoline
Add gasoline through fill opening from a UL-approved container.
Important Safety Instructions:
Use approved container
. NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at
gas station. Static charge can build and ignite fuel. Use a UL
approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.
Don’t overfill
. DO NOT overfill the gas tank. Allow at least 1/2” of
empty space below the fill neck to allow for fuel expansion.
Heat / flames / sparks
. Stay away from sources of heat, flame, or
sparks while adding fuel.
6. Spills / splashes
Clean up fuel spills/splashes immediately.
a. Move water pump away from spilled fuel.
b. Wipe fuel off engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to
evaporate before starting engine.
c. Gas soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of
properly.
d. If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and
wash skin immediately.
7. Replace gas cap
Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
8. Gasoline storage
Store gasoline in a cool, dry place, tightly sealed container.
