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• Do not vacuum areas that have been recently treated with fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.
Follow chemical manufacturer’s safety instructions regarding contact with treated areas.
• Do not vacuum flammable liquids such as gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, paint thinner, etc.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area of operation.
• Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas,
a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate this equipment
near buildings, windows, or air conditioners.
• Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing inside the vacuum inlet.
• Before removing or installing collection bag, shut off engine, disconnect spark plug
wire from spark plug, and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
• If equipment jams or becomes clogged, immediately shut off engine, disconnect spark
plug, and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Use only a wooden stick
to clear away debris.
• Do not start engine or operate this equipment with any safety guards or housing removed.
DANGER
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. To prevent personal injury or property
damage:
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Do not add fuel if engine is running or still hot from recent operation. Allow engine to
cool for at least three minutes.
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Do not fill fuel tank indoors. After filling, wipe up any spills and move away from gasoline
fumes before starting engine.
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Do not allow open flame, matches, or smoking in area.
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Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded regular automotive gasoline, (leaded regular
and unleaded or leaded premium grades of gasoline are acceptable substitutes).
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Do not mix oil with gasoline.
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Clean the area around the fuel fill cap and remove the cap from the fuel tank. Insert a
clean funnel into the fuel tank.
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Fill the tank to 1/2 inch below the bottom of the filter neck to provide space for any fuel
expansion.
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Reinstall the fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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