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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
10
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL
®
Gas
Stabilizer or an equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and
minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel
additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in
the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz.
(23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the
instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives
directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING UNIT
WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable
and its vapors can explode if ignited. To
avoid serious personal injury, always stop the
engine and allow it to cool before filling the
fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank.
Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area.
1. Remove fuel cap (Fig. 9). Remove the tag from the
fuel tank neck.
NOTE: Fill or add fuel to the tank only when the
cultivator is in a horizontal position (Fig. 9).
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid
injury from gasoline spray.
2. Place spout of gas container into the fill hole on the
fuel tank and fill tank.
Fig. 9
Fuel Cap
WARNING: Add gasoline in a clean, well
ventilated area outdoors. Avoid creating a
source of ignition for spilt fuel.
NOTE: Do not overfill tank.
3. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled
4. Reinstall the fuel cap.
WARNING: Never operate the unit without
the fuel cap securely in place.
5. Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine.
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to
Federal, State, and Local regulations.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
Cold Start - First Start of the Day or Engine Out of
Fuel
WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well
ventilated area outdoors. Carbon monoxide
exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined
area.
WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Be in
the starting position whenever pulling the
starting rope. To avoid serious personal
injury, the operator and unit must be in a
stable position while starting.
1. Check oil level in crankcase. See Checking the Oil
Level Pg. 14.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline
(see page 9).
3. Put the Start/Stop Control in the START [
I
] position
(Fig. 10).
Fig. 10
4. Place the choke lever in the FULL choke (A)
position (Fig. 11).
NOTE: Slide the choke lever directly above the
appropriate symbol on air filter cover decal
(Fig. 11).
Start / Stop Control
START (I)
STOP (O)
Throttle Control