16 Operator’s Manual
Operating Hurricane Power
Using the Throttle and Choke
Choke
Lever
Throttle
Lever
Starting Using the Throttle and Choke
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Push choke lever forward to the CLOSED position.
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Move throttle lever to the HALF FAST position
when starting and warming the engine.
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Turn key switch to the START position and re-
lease when engine starts, pulling choke control
back to the OPEN position after engine start.
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Blower speed and power can be controlled with
the throttle control.
Key switch shown
in OFF position
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The Tach/hour meter shows the engine revolu-
tions per minute when the engine is running and
the engine hours when engine is off. The meter
will also show reminders when to change the en-
gine oil. The meter only runs when the engine is
running and is independent of the key switch.
Filling Fuel Tank
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Fuel vapors are explosive and
ammable.
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Shut engine OFF before filling fuel tank.
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Do not smoke while handling fuel.
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Keep fuel away from flames or sparks.
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Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area.
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Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
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Use clean approved non-metal container to pre-
vent static electric discharge.
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Use clean approved plastic funnel without screen
or filter to prevent static electric discharge.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and water in fuel
can cause engine damage:
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Clean dirt and debris from the fuel tank opening.
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Use clean, fresh, stabilized fuel.
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Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day’s opera-
tion to keep condensation out of the fuel tank.
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Use a non-metallic funnel with a plastic mesh
strainer when filling the fuel tank or container.
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