Lincoln Electric OUTBACK 145 - Manual (Page 10)

A-3 INSTALLATION
OUTBACK™ 145
A-3
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CAUTION
SPARK ARRESTER
Some federal, state or local laws may require gaso-
line engines to be equipped with exhaust spark
arresters when they are operated in certain locations
where unarrested sparks may present a fire hazard.
The standard muffler included with this machine does
not qualify as a spark arrester. For areas requiring
spark arrestors, use K2793-1.
An incorrect additional arrester may lead to dam-
age to the engine or adversely affect performance.
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WARNING
• Keep hands away from muffler or HOT engine
parts.
• Stop the engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Remove fuel cap slowly to release pressure.
• Do not overfill tank.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear
before starting engine.
• Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
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PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
Read and understand the engine operating and
maintenance instructions supplied with this machine
before you operate the OUTBACK™ 145.
OIL
The OUTBACK™ 145 is shipped with the engine
filled with SAE 10W30 oil. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE. This is an
added precaution. Do not screw in dipstick when
checking oil level. DO NOT OVERFILL. Be sure the
fill plug is tight after servicing.
FUEL
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, regular grade (mini-
mum 87 octane lead free gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL
WITH GAS. The OUTBACK™ 145 capacity is approx-
imately 6.8 gallons (25.74 Liter). DO NOT OVER-
FILL, allow room in the fuel tank for fuel expansion.
STACKING
OUTBACK™ 145 machines CANNOT be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine on a secure, level surface whenev-
er you use it or store it. Any surfaces you place it on
other than the ground must be firm, non-skid, and
structurally sound.
The gasoline engine is designed to run in a level posi-
tion for best performance. It can operate at an angle,
but this should never be more than 15 degrees in any
direction. If you do operate it at a slight angle, be sure
to check the oil regularly and keep the oil level full.
Also, fuel capacity will be a little less at an angle.
LIFTING
The OUTBACK™ 145 should be lifted by two people.
(See Specification section for weight). The LowLift™
grab bars on both ends make lifting easier.