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Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless.
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Do not operate this equipment near buildings, windows, or air conditioners.
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Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing inside the vacuum inlet.
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Do not start engine or operate this equipment with any safety guards or housing removed.
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Operate machine in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
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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Store fuel in containers specifically designed for these purposes.
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Replace faulty silencers or mufflers and muffler guards.
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Before using, visually inspect to see that the blade and blade bolts are not worn or damaged and,
if needed, replace in sets.
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Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
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Drain fuel outdoors.
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