BLACK&DECKER BD168F Manual De Instrucciones página 9

Some states/provinces required this
information to be posted on the pump.
The following are the EPA approved
percentages of oxygenates:
Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10%
by volume. You may use gasoline
containing up to 10% ethanol by
volume. Gasoline containing ethanol
may be marketed under the name
gasohol.
CAUTION: Risk of property damage.
DO NOT use E85 fuel.
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether)
15% by volume. You may use gasoline
containing up to 15% MTBE by
volume.
Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol)
5% by volume. You may use gasoline
containing up to 5% methanol by
volume as long as it also contains
solvents and corrosion inhibitors to
protect the fuel system. Gasoline
containing more than 5% methanol
by volume may cause starting and/
or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber and plastic
parts of the engine or your fuel system.
If you notice any undesirable operating
symptoms, try another service station
or switch to another brand of gasoline.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or
performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel
containing more than the percentages
of oxygenates mentioned above are
not covered under warranty.
Location
DANGER: Risk of breathing
(ASPHYXIATION). Exhaust from the
gasoline engine contains deadly car-
bon monoxide, which is odorless and
toxic. Operate engine only outside in
clean, dry, well-ventilated areas.
Noise Considerations
Consult local officials for information
regarding acceptable noise levels in
your area.
Preparation For Use
1. Place unit on level surface.
2. Check engine oil. See To Check
Oil under Maintenance.
CAUTION: Do not operate engine
without oil or with inadequate oil. Black
& Decker is not responsible for engine
failure caused by inadequate oil.
3. Check fuel level.
4. See product manual for specific
starting procedures.
NOTE: If any unusual noise or vibration
is noticed, stop the engine and refer to
the troubleshooting section as well as
the shop manual.
High Altitude Operating
At high altitude, the standard
carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too
rich. Performance will decrease and
fuel consumption will increase. A very
rich mixture will also foul the spark
plug and cause hard starting.
High altitude performance can be
improved by specific modifications
to the carburetor. If you always
operate your engine at altitudes above
1,524 meters (5,000 feet), have your
authorized service center perform a
carburetor modification.
Even with a carburetor modification,
engine horsepower will decrease
about 3.5% for each 300 meter (1,000
feet) increase in altitude. The effect of
altitude on horsepower will be greater
than this if no carburetor modification
is made. A decrease in engine
horsepower will decrease the power
output of the pressure washer.
NOTE: When the carburetor has been
modified for high altitude operation,
the air-fuel mixture will be too lean
for low altitude use. If the engine is
used at low altitudes after a carburetor
modification, the carburetor may cause
the engine to overheat and result in
serious engine damage. For use at low
altitudes, have your authorized service
center return the carburetor to original
factory specifications.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: When cleaning, use only
mild soap and a damp cloth on plas-
tic parts. Many household cleaners
contain chemicals which could seri-
ously damage plastic. Also, do not use
gasoline, turpentine, lacquer or paint
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