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Before Each Use
Engine
Recommended Fuel
The compactor engine requires fresh, clean, regular, unleaded gasoline. Fuel containing wa-
ter or dirt will damage the fuel system. Consult to engine owner’s manual for complete fuel
specifications
DANGER:
Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the engine is stopped and has had an
opportunity to cool down to avoid a risk of an explosion or fire from a fuel spill. In the event of a fuel
spill,
DO NOT
attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up, and the
area surrounding the engine is dry.
Before starting
Read and understand the safety and operating instruction manual of the engine.
Check:
- Oil level in engine.
- Fuel level.
- Condition of air cleaner.
- Tightness of external fasteners.
- Condition of fuel lines.
Compactor
Check all the bolts, nuts and belts and tighten any if necessary.
Check the general condition of the compactor and its components and
clean any foreign material
(dirt, fragments, etc.) from the compactor that may be thrown off and cause injury
.
