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1.2 Safety Warnings (cont.)
FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS MATERIALS
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Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapours can explode
if ignited. Take precautions when using fuel to reduce the
chance of serious personal injury.
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When refilling or draining the fuel tank, use an approved
fuel storage container while in a clean, well-ventilated
outdoor area.
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Do not smoke or allow sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition near the area while adding fuel or
operating the product. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
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Equip the operating area with a fire extinguisher certified
to handle gasoline or fuel fires.
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Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away
from exposed, live electrical parts and connections to
avoid sparking or arcing. These events could ignite fumes
or vapours.
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Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling
the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine
is hot. Do not operate the product with known leaks in
the fuel system.
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Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in
the tank.
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Replace fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe
up spilled fuel. Never operate the product without both
caps securely in place.
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Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel
is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine near spill.
Move the product away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapours
have dissipated.
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Store fuel in containers specifically designed and
approved for this purpose.
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Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
sparks, open flames, or other sources of ignition.
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Never store fuel or product with fuel in the tank inside
a building where fumes may reach a spark, open flame,
or any other source of ignition, such as a water heater,
furnace, clothes dryer, or the like. Allow the engine to cool
before storing indoors.
CAUTION–ENGINE SAFETY
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Certain components in this product and its related
accessories contain chemicals which are known to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
which are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
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Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
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This engine was shipped without oil. Before you start the
engine, make sure you add oil according to the instructions
in this manual. If you start the engine without oil, it will
be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under
the warranty.
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When starting engine ensure that spark plug, muffler,
fuel cap and air filter are in place and secured.
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Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
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If engine floods, move the throttle control to fast position
and crank until engine starts.
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When operating the engine do not tip engine or
equipment at an angle which will cause fuel to spill.
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Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.
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Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly
or the air filter removed.
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Transport or move the product only with empty fuel tank.
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Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand
and arm towards engine faster than you can let go. Risk of
injury – broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could
result.
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Keep the engine and muffler free of grass, leaves,
excessive grease, or carbon build-up to reduce the chance
of a fire hazard.
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Do not tamper with any part of the engine to increase its
speed.
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If the product makes an unusual noise or vibration,
immediately shut off the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire, and check for the cause. Unusual noise or
vibration is generally a sign of a problem.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury.
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