Snap the strap hook into the ring on the drive shaft. To
detach the strap quickly from the Brushcutter, pull
upward on the red band.
Str"l)
Before Operation
Oil and Fuel
A
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• In cerrain conditions gasoline is extreme
ly flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• A fire or explosion from gasoline can
burn you, others, and cause proper1y
damage.
HOW TO AVOID TIIE HAZARD
• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank out
doors, in an open area, when the engine
is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Do not :fill the fuel tank completely full.
Add gasoline to the fuel tank Until the
level is 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm to 13 mm)
below the bottom of the :filler neck. This
empty space in the tank allows gasoline
to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline,
and stay away from an open flame or
where gasoline fumes may be ignited by
a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
• Never bny more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
1.
Do not smoke near fuel.
2.
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
3.
Always shut off the engine before refueling.
Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is
running or just right after sopping the engine.
A
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Gasoline contains gasses that can build
up pressure inside a gas tank.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Fuel can be sprayed on you when
removing gas cap.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Remove fuel· cap slowly to avoid injury
from fuel spray.
4.
Always open the fuel tank cap slowly to release
any possible overpressure inside the tank.
5.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4-1/2
inch (6 mm-13 mm) from the top of the tank.
6.
Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully but firmly after
refilling.
7.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
