Filling the Fuel Tank
•
For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating
method).
•
Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE
by volume is acceptable.
•
Do not
use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15
or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
Performance problems and/or engine damage may result
which may not be covered under warranty.
•
Do not
use gasoline containing methanol.
•
Do not
store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
•
Do not
add oil to gasoline.
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1.
1/4 inch (6 mm)
Note:
For best results, purchase only the quantity of gasoline
that you expect to use in 30 days. Otherwise, you may add
fuel stabilizer to newly purchased gasoline to keep it fresh for
up to 6 months.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily—Check the engine
oil level and add oil if necessary.
1.
Move the machine to a level surface.
2.
Clean around the oil-fill cap (Figure 12).
Figure 12
1.
Oil fill cap
3.
Unscrew the oil-fill cap and remove it.
4.
If the oil level is low, keep the machine in the operating
position and
carefully
pour oil into the crankcase
until the point of overflow. Wait 3 minutes for the oil
to settle and add enough to bring it to the point of
overflow. (Max. fill: 0.6 l (20 oz.), type: automotive
detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ,
SL, or higher.)
Note:
You may tip the machine forward (handle up)
to make adding oil easier. Remember to return the
machine to the operating position before checking the
oil level.
Important:
Do not tip the machine all the way
forward onto its nose, or fuel may leak out of the
machine.
5.
Screw the oil-fill cap into the oil-fill hole and hand
tighten it securely.
Starting the Engine
1.
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the On position
(Figure 13).
Figure 13
2.
Pull out the choke lever (Figure 14 and Figure 15).
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