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Owner’s Manual
301CC VIPER 4-CYCLE ENGINE
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WARNING
ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS,
COLORLESS, POISONOUS GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY
BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY
ENGINE EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN
CAUSE NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN ADDITION TO
DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND CONFUSION.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK
FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A
FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE. FOLLOW
ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT BURNS AND
FIRES.
NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE ENGINE FROM THE FACTORY.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR IF ENGINE IS
MODIFIED OR ALTERED.
WHEN WORKING ON OR REPLACING PARTS FOR THE
ENGINE OR PRODUCT, YOU MUST ALWAYS PUT THE ON/
OFF SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION.
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PREVENTING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
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Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon
monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.
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Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may
be pulled into a building.
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Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area
where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily
taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas
where hills surround your working area.)
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Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area. (Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on
one or more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
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Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler
pointed in the direction away from the operator.
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Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone. People
should always be many feet away from the operation of
the engine and its attachments.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine.
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Stay away from rotating parts. Place protective covers
over rotating parts.
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Do not use engine around dry brush, cloth rags, or other
flammable materials.
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Always keep materials and debris clear of muffler guard
and other hot engine parts.
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Never operate the engine without the muffler guard in
place.
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Always make sure the exhaust pipe is free of foreign
objects.
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The engine exhaust becomes very hot during operation.
Keep engine at least three feet away from buildings and
other equipment during operation.
•
Wear appropriate clothing such as a long-sleeved shirt
or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do not wear
shorts. Never wear sandals, sneakers, or open shoes, and
never operate the machine with bare feet.
•
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get
caught in moving parts. Always keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine
and machine.
GASOLINE FIRES AND HANDLING FUEL SAFELY
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
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When storing extra fuel be sure that it is in an appropriate
container and away from any fire hazards.
•
Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric
discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (U.L.) or the
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).
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Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area. Never
fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors. (Examples include:
basement, garage, barn, shed, house, porch, etc.) Never
fill tank near appliances with pilot lights, heaters, or other
ignition sources. If the fuel has to be drained, this should
be done outdoors and with the proper equipment. Do not
pour fuel from fuel tank. The drained fuel should be stored
in a container specifically designed for fuel storage or it
should be disposed of carefully.
•
Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing
the fuel cap/and or refilling the engine.
•
Do not smoke near or while handling engine fuel.
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Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.
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Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine before
starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately. If fuel is
spilled do not start the engine but move product and fuel
container from area. Clean up spilled fuel and allow to
evaporate and dry after wiping and before starting.
