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8.5
FUEL ____________________________________________________________________
Handle fuel with care - it is highly flammable.
Use an
approved container. The spout must fit inside the fuel filler
neck. Avoid using cans and funnels to transfer fuel.
• Fill the fuel tank to within 1 in. (25 mm) of the bottom of
the filler neck.
• Store fuel according to local, state, or federal ordinances
and recommendations from your fuel supplier.
• Never overfill the tank or allow the tank to become empty.
• Check fuel lines and clamps every 50 hours. Replace fuel
lines and clamps at the first sign of damage.
• Use clean, fresh, regular grade unleaded gasoline with a
minimum 85 Octane rating.
8.6
FUEL SYSTEM ____________________________________________________________
Refer to
for specific maintenance intervals.
Before replacing any filter, thoroughly clean the filter housing
and the area around the filter. Dirt must not be allowed to
enter into fuel system.
WARNING
Never remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank or add fuel
when the engine is running or while the engine is hot.
Do not smoke when handling fuel. Never fill or drain the
fuel tank indoors.
Do not spill fuel and clean spilled fuel immediately.
Never handle or store fuel containers near an open flame
or any device that may create sparks and ignite the fuel
or fuel vapors.
Be sure to reinstall and tighten fuel cap securely.
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NOTICE
Do not use premium gasoline or an oil-gasoline
mixture. When using blended fuel, do not use a blend
with more than 10% ethanol. Under no circumstances
should you use a blend with methanol.
