Shindaiwa C254 - Manual (Page 11)

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NEVER
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smoke or light fires near the
engine.
ALWAYS
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stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling.
ALWAYS
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Wipe all spilled fuel and
move at least 3 meters (10 feet) from
the fueling point and source before
starting.
NEVER
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place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER
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operate the engine without 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.
Filling the fuel tank
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
Place the unit on a flat, level 1.
surface.
Clear any dirt or other debris
2.
from around the fuel filler cap.
Remove the fuel cap, and fill 3.
the tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Reinstall the fuel filler cap and
4.
tighten firmly.
Wipe away any spilled fuel
5.
before starting engine.
CAUTION!
Slowly remove the fuel cap
only after stopping the engine
Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact
your local government for the laws affecting your area.
As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight con-
tainer. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.
IMPORTANT!
Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container
thoroughly before each use.
Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the re-
quired 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.