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Gasoline:
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when
handling fuel.
* Check the fuel level. Fill to recommended level if low.
* Use only un-leaded gasoline.
* Do not overfill the tank.
* Immediately remove any gasoline that spills.
Hydraulic oil:
Use only Holmatro recommended hydraulic
fluid. Use of hydraulic fluid other than that
recommended may cause damage to the pump.
* Check the hydraulic oil level through the level indicator on the front cover
* Fill to recommended level, shown on indicator decal, if low.
* Use only Holmatro recommended hydraulic oil.
* Do not overfill the tank.
* Immediately remove any hydraulic oil that spills.
9.2.2 Starting:
First complete the checklist in section 9.2.1.
* Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the ON position.
* Switch the choke lever to its CHOKE position.
* Turn engine switch to the ON or “1”position.
* Pull the cord until resistance is felt, let the cord be retracted and then pull fast. Repeat
this if the engine does not start the first time.
* Guide the starting cord back after starting.
Switch the choke lever to RUN when the engine has warmed up after approx. 20 - 30 seconds, or
when the engine begins to run irregularly.
NOTE: Start in the RUN position if the engine is still warm. Start in the CHOKE position if the
engine is cold or runs out of gasoline during operation.
NOTE: During equipment testing operations, run the engine for at least 20 minutes or until the
engine reaches operating temperature. (Depending on ambient temperature. Run the
engine longer in colder weather)