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2�10 GAS MOTOR SAFETY
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ
AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE�
1.
DO NOT start the engine with out checking
fluid levels
2.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odourless and deadly poison.
3.
DO NOT choke carburettor to stop engine.
Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping.
4.
DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in injury or engine failure.
5.
DO NOT tamper with governor springs,
governor links or other parts which may
increase the governed speed.
6.
DO NOT tamper with the engine speed selected
by the original equipment manufacturer.
7.
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or
spark plug wire removed.
8.
DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
If engine is flooded, place throttle in "FAST"
position and crank until engine starts.
9.
DO NOT operate engine without a muffler.
10.
DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is
running.
11.
DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation
of grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible
materials in the muffler area.
12.
DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder or fins
because contact may cause burns.
13.
DO NOT run engine without air cleaner or air
cleaner cover removed.
14.
DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land unless a spark arrester is installed on
the muffler. The arrester must be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In
the state of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal land.
15.
ALWAYS remove the wire from the spark plug
when servicing the engine or equipment TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
16.
Keep cylinder fins and governor parts free of
grass and other debris which can affect engine
speed.
17.
Examine muffler periodically to be sure it is
functioning effectively. A worn or leaking muffler
should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
18.
Use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum
carburettor and cause leakage.
19.
Check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
