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PREPARING THE ENGINE
Filling with engine fuel
As shown in Fig.
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CAUTION!
USE FRESH UNLEADED FUEL (PETROL), 90 OCTANE OR BETTER –
Do NOT use E10 or Ethanol blends. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used
within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol.
WARNING!
Do not fill the fuel tank over the bottom of the fuel tank's neck.
WARNING!
Petrol is highly flammable and extreme precaution must be taken
when handling or working with it. Keep out of reach of children.
WARNING!
Don’t smoke when handling the fuel.
WARNING!
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flame or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where
petrol is stored. Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or inhalation of the
vapour.
1. Clean the area around the fuel tank check the fuel level.
2. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
3. Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel. There should be no fuel in the tank
neck.
4. Clean up any overflow or splashes of petrol before starting the engine.
5. Replace the fuel cap (finger tight) before starting the mower and wait 5 minutes for
excess fuel to evaporate
Fig.
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Fuel tank cap
