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UTILITY
FUEL SYSTEM
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank, and check fuel line and connec-
tions for leakage.
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Fuel level gauge
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“F” Full
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“E” Empty
Gasoline and its vapors are highly
flammable and explosive.
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Do not smoke when refueling and
keep away from sparks, flames,
or other sources of ignition.
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Stop engine and allow it to cool
for several minutes before refuel-
ing.
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area.
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Take care not to spill gasoline. If
gasoline spills, wipe it up imme-
diately with dry rags. Always dis-
pose of gasoline-soaked rags
properly.
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Tighten the filler cap securely
after refueling.
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If you swallow gasoline, inhale a
lot of gasoline vapor, or get gaso-
line in your eyes, get immediate
medical attention.
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If any gasoline gets on your skin,
immediately wash with soap and
water. Change clothing if gaso-
line spills on it.
Avoid using gasoline blended with
methyl alcohol which can damage
fuel system parts.
CAUTION
WARNING
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
6.3 US gal
(24.0 L, 5.3 Imp gal)
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