Shindaiwa X7502872100 - Manual (Page 10)

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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
Handling Fuel
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT smoke near fuel.
• DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
• DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting 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.
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.