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CONTROLS
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.
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.
8058-059
Right side, hydro release lever
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.
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.
