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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.
Fuel Tank
Read the safety instructions before refueling. The
capacity for the tank is 5 gallons (19 liters).
Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and
keep the cap properly tightened.
The engine will run on a minimum of 87-octane
unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). Environmentally
adapted alkylate gasoline can be used. See Technical
Data concerning ethanol fuel. Methanol fuel is not
allowed. Do not use E85 alcohol based fuel. Damage
to the engine and components may occur.
When operating in temperatures below 32° F. (0° C.),
use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure
good cold weather starting.
WARNING!
Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe
caution and fill the tank outdoors (see
the safety instruction).
WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust system
become very hot during operation.
Risk for burns if touched.
Allow engine and exhaust system to cool
before refueling.
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.
8058-049
Gasoline fuel tank
Hydro Release Levers
Transaxle bypass linkages must be engaged when
pushing or pulling the mower. The release levers are
located on each side of the rear of the unit below
the rear engine plate. See Manual Transport in the
Operation section.
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Right side, hydro release lever
WARNING!
Bypass linkages are located close to the
muffler. To prevent burns, the engine
should be shut off and allowed to cool
before the bypass linkage levels are
handled.