Vessel GT-3500GE-V-US, Instruction Manual

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CHAPTER3
Before use
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Make sure the gasoline is evenly mixed before refueling and do not spill.
Warning
● Handling of fuel
1. Petrol is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully. Use a container approved for fuel for storing petrol and/or fuel/oil
mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or engine, or while using the engine.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 10mm from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6. If the fuel is leaking during operation, stop the engine immediately, and repair. It may cause the fire.
7. Move the machine at least 3m away from the fueling location before starting the engine.
8. Do not remove the fuel tank cap immediately after stopping the engine.
9. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
10. When removing the fuel tank cap, gasoline may blow out, so loosen it carefully.
11. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the machine.
12. Store fuel and the machine away from open flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
● OPERATOR SAFETY
1. Read and understand this Manual before using this engine. Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this engine.
2. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection.
3. Always wear heavy long pants, a long sleeved shirt, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder height.
4. Never operate this engine when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can cause death.
6. Keep the grip of handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
● ENGINE OPERATING SAFETY
1. THIS ENGINE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the engine.
2. Inspect the engine each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened securely.
Follow the maintenance instructions beginning on page 12.
3. Never allow children to operate the engine.
It is not a toy. Never allow adults to operate the engine without first reading this Operator’s
Manual.
4. Use this engine only in daylight or good artificial light.
5. Never operate this engine without attach clutch casing. May clutch come flying and will cause serious accident.
6. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating parts
and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
7. The engine is hot during or immediately after operation. Do not touch the muffler and cylinder. In addition, Do not place near flammable
materials(ex. fuel, hay) engine to before cool down.
8. When increasing the engine speed, operate the throttle slowly. If operate rapidly, may cause to unexpected accident.
9. Do not touch “spark plug cable” and “spark plug cap” during the engine operation. There is r isk of electric shock.
10. Never use replacement parts that are not approved by VESSEL.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use this engine for any job that is not recommended by VESSEL.