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3.4 STOPPING ENGINE
• Engine with Throttle Control: Move the throttle control to the stop position.
or
• Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position if you do not intend to restart the engine
soon.
4. MAINTENANCE
4.1 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It
will also help reduce air pollution.
Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to correct a problem
before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in
this owner’s manual.
4.2 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend the life of the engine.
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions
can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and
precautions in the owner’s manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will
eliminate several potential hazards:
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is
adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.
Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before
touching.
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