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Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when starting and operating the engine.
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Operate the pump on a stable, level surface.
If the engine is tilted, fuel spillage may result.
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Do not transport the pump with fuel in tank or with fuel strainer cock open.
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Keep the unit dry (do not operate it in rainy conditions).
: PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Carefully check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel leakage. Leaked fuel
creates a potentially dangerous situation.
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Check bolts and nuts for looseness. A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine
trouble.
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Check the engine oil and refill if necessary.
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Check the fuel level and refill if necessary. Take care not to overfill the tank.
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Keep cylinder fins and recoil starter free of dirt, grass and other debris.
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Wear snug fitting working clothes when operating the engine.
Loose aprons, towels, belt, etc., may be caught in the engine or drive train, causing a
dangerous situation.
NOTE
Operating the pump at a steep incline may cause seizure due to improper lubrication
even with a maximum oil level.
CAUTION
: BEWARE OF WATER-HAMMERING
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Do not allow the delivery hose to be trampled over by a vehicle’s wheel, or do not
close the delivery valve abruptly otherwise a water-hammer occurs which may result
heavy damage to the pump.
Trampling over the delivery hose
Abrupt closing of delivery valve
CAUTION
