Echo CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL - Manual (Page 23)

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RULES FOR SAFE FUELING
WARNING! The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to Cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING! Gasoline and gasoline vapors contain chemicals known to the State of
California to Cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. If spilled or ignited by a
spark or other ignition source, it can cause fire and serious burn injury, or property
damage. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix.
WARNING! Use only approved safety containers that do not leak to store and dispense fuel. It is best to use a
container with a sealable spout and resealable vent to help minimize spillage. DO NOT USE GLASS CONTAINERS
FOR GASOLINE.
WARNING! Fuel your chain saw in well-ventilated outside areas only. Select bare ground for fueling. AVOID
spilling any fuel on your clothing or shoes. If this happens change into clean clothing immediately. Wipe off
any spilled fuel and check for leakage before starting the chain saw. If fuel leakage is discovered, do not start
or run the chain saw until the leak is fixed and any spilled fuel has been wiped away. Move the chain saw at least
10 feet (3m) from the fueling point before starting the engine.
WARNING! Chain saw vibration can cause an improperly tightened fuel cap to loosen or come off and allow
fuel to escape. After refueling, take care to inspect and clean any debris off the fuel cap seal and tighten the cap
as much as possible by hand. Be sure the fuel cap is properly tightened and sealed before starting the unit.
WARNING! ALWAYS INSPECT your fuel cap for damage or leaks. If you experience leaking of fuel onto your
clothing or shoes, do not start or use the saw until you have changed your clothing! DO NOT USE A Chain saw
WITH A LEAKY CAP! Order a new replacement cap immediately before using the saw.
The fuel cap has been designed to seal with hand tightening. However, Echo has supplied a combination wrench. If
needed, the screwdriver end can be used to help tighten or loosen the cap. Do not over-tighten as this can damage the
threads on the tank or the filler cap.
WARNING! Combustible fuel vapors may be vented from the fuel system. Do not smoke or bring any fire,
flame, ignition source or equipment that could cause sparks near the fuel or the chain saw.
Always shut off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Due to agitation, weather, heat due to operation, or the
type of venting system, gasoline vapor pressure may build up inside the gas tank of the engine. To reduce the risk
of burns or other personal injury from escaping gasoline vapors and fumes, remove the fuel cap slowly and
carefully to allow any pressure to release slowly. NEVER remove the fuel cap while the engine is running.
WARNING! When filling a fuel container at the gas station, to avoid gasoline ignition due to static shock, place
approved container on ground away from vehicle when filling and keep the gas nozzle in contact with the container
when filling. Do not fill any container while it is in a truck bed or in the trunk of a car.
WARNING! Store fuel and unit where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
If you plan to store the unit for an extended period carefully empty the unused fuel back into a safety can. Following the
safe starting directions, run the unit until it completely runs out of fuel.
No Lighting Up Or
Smoking When
Handling Gasoline!