Subaru Robin EH90 - Manual (Page 6)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are
EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open fl ames, sparks
or heat in the area while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling
gasoline on a hot engine. Comply with all of the laws
regulating storage and handling of gasoline.
•Store gasoline and other fuels only in containers designed
and approved for the storage of such materials.
• Pressure can build up in the fuel tank. Loosen the fuel cap
slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
• Add gasoline and other fuels in a clean, well-ventilated
area. Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately. If gasoline
has been spilled, let it dry completely before starting the
engine.
• Do not overfi ll the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel
expansion. If the tank is overfi lled, the fuel can overfl ow
onto a hot engine and cause a FIRE or an EXPLOSION.
• Thoroughly inspect the engine for loose or damaged parts
before each use. Do not use the engine until adjustments or
repairs are made.
• Check the oil level in the engine before each use.
• Inspect the engine periodically. Repair or replace all
damaged or defective parts immediately.
• Inspect fuel system frequently for leaks or damage. Repair
or replace any damaged or leaking component
immediately. Never attempt to change, alter or modify the
engine fuel system in any way that might affect safety or
compliance with applicable codes and standards.
WHILE OPERATING
• This engine was designed and manufactured for specifi c
applications. Do not attempt to modify the equipment or use
it for any application for which it was not designed.
• Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide
gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in suffi cient
concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death.
Operate this equipment only in the open air where
adequate ventilation is available.
• Do not insert any object through the cooling slots of the
engine. This could damage the equipment or injure
personnel.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
necessary to operate the equipment. Do not run the engine
at high speed when not operating the equipment.
• This engine requires an adequate fl ow of cooling air for its
continued proper operation. Never operate the equipment
inside any room or enclosure where the free fl ow of cooling
air into and out of the equipment might be obstructed.
Without suffi cient cooling air fl ow, the engine quickly
overheats, damaging the engine or nearby property.
• Do not smoke around the engine. Wipe up any fuel or
oil spills immediately. Never leave oily or fuel soaked rags
around the engine. Keep the area around the engine clean
and free of debris.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from moving parts of
this engine.
• Never operate the engine (a) in the rain; (b) in any en-
closed compartment; (c) if the engine speed changes;
(d) if the engine sparks; (e) if fl ame or smoke is observed
while the engine is running.
• Never work on this engine or handle any electrical device
while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or
feet are wet. DANGEROUS ELECTRIC SHOCK will result.
• Allow muffl er, engine cylinder and fi ns to cool before
touching.
• Remove accumulated combustibles from muffl er area and
cylinder area.
• Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester
before using equipment on forest covered, grass covered,
brush covered unimproved land.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this engine within and after the warranty period
can be performed by any authorized Subaru service dealer.
When contacting an authorized Subaru service dealer about
parts and service, always supply the complete model num-
ber and serial number of the unit as shown on the specifi ca-
tion label.
The warranty for this engine is included in the back of the
owner’s manual.