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Do not open the fuel cap while running the engine.
W hen refueling, be sure to stop the engine and allow it to cool down. There is a danger of
suffering burns.
W hen refueling, be sure not to fill the fuel tank over the maximum level. If you do overfill the
fuel tank, remove fuel until it sits below the maximum level. Over -fueling can cause fire and
other accidents.
After refueling, securely close the fuel cap and store the machine in a safe place with no
sources of ignition. There is a danger of fire.
If you spill gasoline, move the machine a safe distance away without starting th e engine.
Starting the machine in close proximity to a fuel spill can result in a fire or other accident. Use
a waste cloth to wipe away the spill and dispose the cloth in a suitable manner.
Be sure to change your clothes immediately if they come into cont act with gasoline. There is a
danger that any gasoline on your clothes could ignite or cause you to feel unwell.
Do not refuel in places such as inside a car or on a truck, they could move unexpectedly.
Refuel after placing your fuel container safely on th e ground, away from vehicles. Fuel spills
can cause fire and other accidents.
W hen refueling from a truck or trailer, remove gas -powered refueling equipment from the
vehicle and refuel the machine on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel the machine with a
portable container rather than from a ga soline dispenser nozzle. Fuel spills can cause fire and
other accidents.
Do not remove the refueling nozzle from the fuel tank until you have finished refueling. Fuel
spills can cause fire and other accident s.
Caution when starting the engine
Do not modify the engine as this can cause accidents or explosions. Altering this machine in
any way will void the warranty. Orec America Inc. will bear no responsibility for damage or
injury caused by alterations or modifications.
Do not try to alter the position of the engine governor or change the set rotation speeds.
Do not run the engine in a place that is po orly ventilated. Engine exhaust is odorless and
contains carbon monoxide which can cause death or serious injury.
Do not allow highly flammable su bstances near the engine or in the path of the exhaust as this
can cause a fire.
Do not touch the engine or muffler as they become extremely hot during operation and can
cause severe burns.
Do not allow weeds and leaves to accumulate in the engine, especially in the recoi l cover, air
filter, and near the muffler. Overheating and fire can result.
Ensure that the drive clutch and blade clutch are in the [OFF] position, the speed change lever
is in the [N] position, and the brake is ON, before starting the engine . Taking precautions when
starting the engine can avoid injury and accidents.
After starting the engine with the blade clutch and drive clutch in the [OFF] position, check the
V-belt to be absolutely certain that it is not moving. If the V -belt is moving even a little,
immediately switch off the engine and adjust the belt guard and the wire. Not taking
precautions can avoid injury and accidents.
