Shindaiwa HT254EF - Manual (Page 8)

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Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by
locality. Contact your local govern-
ment for the laws affecting your area.
As a precaution, store fuel in an ap-
proved, airtight container. Store in a
well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.
IMPORTANT!
Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS
shake fuel container thoroughly be-
fore each use.
Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of
gasoline.
2. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.
IMPORTANT!
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may
require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused
fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
Starting Procedure
IMPORTANT!
Engine ignition is controlled by a two-position on-off switch mounted on the throttle body. This switch is typically labeled “I”
for ON and “O” for OFF.
WARNING!
Never start the engine from the operating position.
The cutting attachment will move when the engine accelerates!
Place the unit on a flat, level surface. 1.
Clear any dirt or other debris from 2.
around the fuel filler cap.
Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank 3.
with clean, fresh fuel.
Reinstall the fuel filler cap and
4.
tighten firmly.
Wipe away any spilled fuel before
5.
starting engine.
CAUTION!
Slowly remove the fuel cap only
after stopping the engine
Filling the Fuel Tank
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER
■
smoke or light fires near
the engine.
ALWAYS
■
stop the engine and
allow it to cool before refueling.
ALWAYS
■
Wipe all spilled fuel and
move at least 3 meters (10 feet)
from the fueling point and source
before starting.
NEVER
■
place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER
■
operate the engine with-
out the muffler and spark arrester
screen in place and in good working
condition.
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
■
ALWAYS
■
store gasoline in a con-
tainer approved for flammable
liquids.
ALWAYS
■
inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using
the unit immediately. Fuel leaks must
be repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS
■
move the unit at least 3
meters (10 feet) away from a fuel
storage area or other readily flam-
mable materials before starting
the engine.
WARNING!
The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury.
Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that
could cause loss of control.