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ITEM 57531
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Service precautions
1.
Before service, maintenance, or cleaning:
a.
Turn the engine switch to its “OFF” position.
b.
Allow the engine to completely cool.
c.
Then, remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug.
2. Keep all safety guards in place and in
proper working order. Safety guards include
muffler, air cleaner, mechanical guards,
and heat shields, among other guards.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
heavy-duty work gloves, and
dust mask/respirator during service.
4. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment.
These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
5. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the equipment
is maintained. Do not attempt any service or
maintenance procedures not explained in this
manual or any procedures that you are uncertain
about your ability to perform safely or correctly.
6. Store equipment out of the reach of children.
7. Follow scheduled engine and
equipment maintenance.
Refueling:
1. Do not refill the fuel tank while the
engine is running or hot.
2. Do not smoke, or allow sparks, flames,
or other sources of ignition around the
equipment, especially when refuelling.
3.
TO pREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE AND FIRE
HAZARD, do not fill fuel tank to the top.
Leave a little room for the fuel to expand
as needed.
4. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess
to evaporate before starting engine.
To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine
while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
