Lincoln Electric IM10112 OUTBACK 185 (AU) - Manual (Page 12)

A-3 INSTALLATION
OUTBACK™ 185 (AU)
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CAUTION
SPARK ARRESTER
Some federal, state or local laws may require petrol
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 comes
equipped with a spark arrester.
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™ 185 (AU).
OIL
The OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) 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 petrol. DO NOT MIX OIL
WITH PETROL. The OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) capacity
is approximately 25.74 Liter (6.8 gallons). DO NOT
OVERFILL, allow room in the fuel tank for fuel expan-
sion.
STACKING
OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) 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 petrol engine is designed to run in a level position
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™ 185 (AU) should be lifted by two
people. (See Specification section for weight). The
LowLift™ grab bars on both ends make lifting easier.