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Important: Do not use fuel additives
containing methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas
stabilizer/conditioner to the gas.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To
minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel
system, use fuel stabilizer at all times.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean around fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
Add unleaded regular gasoline to fuel tank, until the
level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. This space in the tank
allows gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely full.
3. Install fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any gasoline
that may have spilled.
Think Safety First
Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in
the safety section. Knowing this information could
help you or any bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing, feet
and head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Operating the Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended. Before each use, check
the parking brake for proper operation.
Figure 5
If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it.
Refer to Servicing the Parking Brake.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while
it is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
Setting the Parking Brake
Pull the parking brake lever rearward (Figure 6).
1. Parking brake lever (in the released position)
Releasing the Parking Brake
Push the parking brake lever forward.
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Connect the wires to the spark plugs.
2. Open the fuel valve.
Note: A cold weather staring kit has been
incorporated to assist engine starting in cold
weather or when the unit has not been run for a
period of time.
To use the cold start kit:
• Grasp split ring (Figure 7) on right side of
machine, pull ring and chain straight out from
side of machine and hook ring over control
shield bolt.
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Figure 6
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