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5. Refueling
Read the safety instructions before refueling.
The machine has one fuel tank, just behind
the seat. The tank volume is 5.4 gallons
(20.4 liters).
Make sure the fuel cap is properly tightened
and the cap gasket is not damaged.
The engine will run on a minimum of 85-
octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix).
Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline
can be used beneficially. See also Technical
Data concerning ethanol fuel. Methanol fuel is
not allowed.
When operating in temperatures below 32° F.
(0° C.), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline
to help insure good cold weather starting.
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Fuel tank
WARNING!
Gasoline is highly flammable.
Observe caution and fill the
tank outdoors
(see the safety instruction).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
the next season. See Storage
Instructions for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaners
in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
WARNING!
Fill to bottom of filler neck. Do
not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store,
spill or use gasoline near an
open flame.
WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust
system, become very hot during
operation.
Risk for burns if touched.
Allow engine and exhaust
system to cool at least two (2)
minutes before refueling