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OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
173cc Vertical Shaft Engine
WARNING
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE HAN-
DLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN
THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING. ALWAYS MOVE
OUTDOORS TO FILL THE TANK.
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drain plug
CHECKING & FILLING GAS TANK
FUEL AND FUEL TANK
The engine must run on unleaded gasoline with an octane number
over 86. Using unleaded gasoline will decrease the possibility of
producing carbon deposits and prolong the engine’s service life.
NOTE: Do not use E85, serious engine damage may result.
1. Never apply used or contaminated gasoline or a mixture of
gasoline and engine oil. Make sure the fuel is free of dirt and
water.
NOTE: Handle fuel with care because it can damage plastic
and painted surfaces.
2. Fuel tank capacity: 0.52 gal.
NOTE: Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive
under certain conditions. Refuel in a well ventilated area with
the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks
in the area where gasoline is stored or where the fuel tank is
refueled.
Do not overfill the tank (there should be no fuel in the filler
neck). After refueling, make sure the fuel tank cap is screwed
on.
Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel vapor
may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is com-
pletely dried before starting the engine.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of
fuel vapor.
Keep out of reach of children.
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