FUEL
FUEL UPPER LEVEL
FUEL TANK
Fuel can damage paint and
plastic. Be careful not to spill
fuel when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by
spilled fuel is not covered under warranty.
Running the engine with
persistent spark knock or
pinging can cause engine damage.
Running the engine with persistent spark knock or
pinging is considered misuse, and the Distributor’s
Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by
misuse.
Running the engine with a
low oil level can cause engine
damage.
The Oil Alert system (applicable engine types) will
automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls
below safe limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience
of an unexpected shutdown, always check the engine
oil level before startup.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
LOWER MARK
UPPER MARK
OIL HOLE
OIL DIPSTICK
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level
position.
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
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the recommended oil.
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Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or
higher.
These engines are certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.
Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits
and extends exhaust system life.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline
mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Occasionally you may hear a light ‘‘spark knock’’ or ‘‘pinging’’
(metallic rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads. This is
no cause for concern.
If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under
normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the
engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to avoid
spilling fuel. Do not fill above the fuel strainer shoulder. After
refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
Never refuel the engine inside a building where gasoline fumes
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pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
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damage. Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the
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plug.
Allow the used oil to drain completely, and then reinstall the
drain plug, and tighten it securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in an environmental friendly
way. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to
your local recycling center or service station for reclamation.
Do not throw it in the trash; pour it on the ground; or down a
drain.
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Engine oil capacities: 0.34~0.57 US qt ( 0.3~0.5L)
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage.
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