Figure 10
Adding Fuel
Use 98 octane or higher unleaded gasoline. Do not use an oil/gasoline mixture, dirty or E85 gasoline. Avoid
getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks
in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and
securely.
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Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is
spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
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Avoid gasoline contact with skin or breathing the vapors.
1.
Clean around fuel filler neck before removing the fuel cap. Vapors are flammable.
2.
Remove the gas cap, check the fuel level and add fuel if necessary.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive which may result in serious injury or property
damage. Do not fuel the snow thrower indoors or when the engine is hot. Do not use a pressurized starting
fluid. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. Use extreme care when handling
gasoline, avoid spilling gasoline on yourself or your clothes. Wash your skin and change your clothes
immediately if gasoline spills on them.
Adding Oil
NOTE
The engine is shipped without oil in the engine. You must fill the engine with oil before operating. Running the
engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. Wipe the dipstick clean. See figure 11.
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