Fueling
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. T
o reduce the risk or a fire
or explosion:
1.
Always shut of
f the engine before refueling.
2.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area.
3.
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the engine is refueled or where
gasoline is stored.
4.
Do not overfill the tank. Make sure the filler cap
is securely closed after refueling.
5.
Fuel vapor or spilled fuel can ignite. If any fuel
is spilled during refueling, make sure the area
is dry before starting the engine.
1.
Fuel specifications. Use automotive gasoline with
a pump octane number of 86 or higher
. If the
engine knocks or pings, use a higher octane fuel.
Unleaded fuel minimizes combustion chamber
deposits.
2.
Gasolines containing alcohol (gasohol). Do not use
gasohol which contains methanol, if the gasohol
does not contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibi
-
tors for methanol. Even if it does contain such
additives, do not use the gasohol if it contains
more than 5% methanol.
NOTE: The HONDA engine warranty does not cover
damage
resulting from the use of gasolines containing al
-
cohol.
See the HONDA engine manual for more informa
-
tion.
3. General.
Do not use oil
and gasoline mixtures or con
-
taminated
gasoline. A
void getting dirt, dust or water
in the fuel tank.
4. Tank capacity: 0.95 gallons (3.6 liter). Leave 1/2 in.
(13
mm) at the top of the tank for gas expansion.
5.
Shut of
f the engine switch (A) before refueling.
6.
After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap (B) firmly
.
A
B
0009
Fig. 6
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