Total TP880-1, Manual

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3.3.3
DO NOT
remove air cleaner cover
，
paper element
，
or precleaner while engine is
running
．
3.3.4
DO NOT
alter engine speeds
．
Run the engine only at speeds specified in the
Technical Data Section
．
3.3.5
DO NOT
crank a flooded engine with the spark plug removed on gasoline-
powered engines
．
Fuel trapped in the cylinder will squirt out the spark plug
opening
．
3.3.6
DO NOT
test for spark on gasoline-powered engines if the engine is flooded or
the smell of gasoline is present
．
A stray spark could ignite the fumes
．
3.3.7
DO NOT
use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents to clean
parts
，
especially in enclosed areas
．
Fumes from fuels and solvents can become
explosive
．
3.3.8
ALWAYS
replace the safety devices and guards after repairs and maintenance
．
3.3.9
ALWAYS
keep the area around the muffler free of debris such as leaves
，
paper
cartons
，
etc
．
A hot muffler could ignite the debris and start a fire
．
3.3.10
ALWAYS
do Periodic Maintenance as recommended in the Operator's Manual
．
3.3.11
ALWAYS
clean debris from engine cooling fins
．
3.3.12
ALWAYS
replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed and
recommended by us Corporation
．
3.3.13
ALWAYS
disconnect the spark plug on machines equipped with gasoline
engines
，
before servicing
，
to avoid accidental start-up
．
3.3.14
ALWAYS
keep the machine clean and labels legible
．
Replace all missing and
hard-to-read labels
．
Labels provide important operating instructions and warn of
dangers and hazards.
3.4 Label Locations
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