Fuel safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
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Do not mix the fuel indoor or near a heat source.
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Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
the product dry. Remove unwanted fuel from the
product.
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If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
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Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
you get fuel on your body, use a soap and water to
remove the fuel.
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Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel on the
product or on your body.
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Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.
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Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
are explosive and can cause injuries or death.
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Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.
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Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
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Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.
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Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
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Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
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Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the safety
chapter before you assemble the product.
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Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
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Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully or a fire can
occur.
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Move the product at a minimum of 3 m (10 ft) from
the position where you filled the tank before a start.
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Do not put too much fuel in the fuel tank.
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Make sure that a leak cannot occur when you move
the product or fuel container.
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Do not put the product or a fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light. Make
sure that the storage area does not contain an open
flame.
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Only use approved containers when you move the
fuel or put the fuel into storage.
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Empty the fuel tank before long-term storage. Obey
the local law on where to dispose fuel.
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Clean the product before long-term storage.
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Remove the spark plug cap before you put the
product into storage to make sure that the engine
does not start accidentally.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
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Your warranty may not cover damage or liability
caused by the use of non-authorized accessories or
replacement parts.
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The inside of the muffler contains chemicals that
may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these
elements in the event of a damaged muffler.
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Stop the engine before assembling or dismantling
accessories or other parts.
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Check that the thick round pin in the clamp is
inserted in the strap. If it is inserted incorrectly it may
lead to personal injury.
Assembly
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