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• Tighten fuel cap securely after refueling. Unit vibration can cause an improperly tightened fuel cap to loosen or come
off and spill quantities of fuel.
• Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 10 feet (3 m) away from refueling
site before starting engine.
• Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circumstances.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the earth auger.
• Store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place.
• Never place the earth auger in a combustible area such as dry leaves, straw, paper, etc.
• Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Never take the cap off the tank when the engine is running.
• Never use fuel for cleaning operations.
• Take care not to get fuel on your clothing. If you get fuel on your clothing substitute them immediately.
