9. Using a 3/8" w rench, hold
each f lange-head
bolt a nd
tighten the lock-nuts with a
7/16" wrench until firm. D O
NOT O VERTIGHTEN.
10. Pull out t he starter rope a nd
run itinto the eye hook ( Fig. 3).
11. Insert the eye hook i nto the
remaining
hole o nthe
straight metal shaft (Fig. 3).
12. Screw t he nut o nto the eye
hook ( Fig 3 )and use a7/16"
wrench totighten. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
13. Using the zip ties inthe
hardware
bag, secure the
handle cables tothe straight
\
metal shaft mid-way between
the eye hook and the motor
housing.
NOTE:
DO NOT run any control
wires though the eye
hook.
14.
Cut the Zip tie holding the
bail to the handle (Fig. 4).
15.
Insert the Z-Hook into the
hole on the right side of the
bail to secure the clutch
cable to the bail (Fig. 4).
16.
Remove
the nut and bolt
from the throttle
control
(Fig. 5).
17.
Align the throttle control with
the hole on the right side of
the handle (Fig. 5).
Starter
Rope
Grip
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Starter
Fig. 3
Zip Tie
Z-Hook
Bail
Fig. 4
Throttle
Control
Bolt
18.
Insert the bolt through the hole in the throttle control and the hole in the
handle.
19.
Hand-start the lock-nut onto this bolt.
20.
Using a 7/16" wrench, tighten each nut onto each bolt until firm. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
4.
Pour the entire bottle of oil into
the oil fill hole (Fig. 7).
NOTE:
Never add oil to the fuel
or fuel tank.
5.
Wipe up any oil that may
have spilled and reinstall the
oil fill plug.
Check oil before each use and
change as needed. Refer to
Checking the Oil Level.
RECOMMENDED
FUEL TYPE
oil Fill Hole
Old fuel is the primary reason for
Fig. 7
improper unit performance.
Be
sure to use fresh, clean, unleaded
oil Fill Plug
gasoline.
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NOTE:
Dispose of the old
gasoline in accordance
to Federal, State and
Local regulations.
O-Ring
NOTE:
This is a four cycle
engine. In order to avoid
damage to the unit, do
oil Fill
not mix oil with
Hole
gasoline.
Definition
of Blended
Fuels
Fig. 8
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol,
methanol or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended
fuel absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate or form acids when stored.
Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using alcohol-blended
fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
If choosing to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable,
follow
recommended
precautions:
,, Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
• Use the fuel additive STA-BIL® or an equivalent
• Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit
Using Fuel Additives
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable.
Ignited vapors
may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep
sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.
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ARNING:
OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE
MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain the proper oil
level in the crankcase; it is important and cannot be
overemphasized.
Check the oil before each use and change it as
needed. See Changing the Oil.
RECOMMENDED
OiL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important.
Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the
correct oil, or using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and failure.
Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum Institute)
service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING
OiL TO CRANKCASE:
INITIAL USE
NOTE:
This unit is shipped
without oil. In order to
avoid damage to the
unit, put oil in the
crankcase before
attempting to start the
unit.
The unit is supplied with one 3.04
fluid oz. (90 ml.) bottle of SAE 30
SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 4).
NOTE:
Save the bottle of oil. It
Fig. 6
can be used to measure the correct amount during future oil
changes. See Changing the Oil.
1.
Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the paper seal covering
the opening. Replace the top. Next, cut the tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 6).
2.
Place unit on a flat, level surface.
3.
Remove the oil fill plug from the crankcase (Fig. 8).
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe
up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for
spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent, will
inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel additive
can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6)
months. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the
instructions on the fuel additive container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the
unit's gas tank.
FUELING THE UNIT
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WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel
spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
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WARNING:
DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT. It has
been proven that fuel containing greater than 15% ethanol will
likely damage this engine and void the warranty.
1.
Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 9).
Gas Can
Spout
2.
Place the gas container's
spout into the fill hole on the
fuel tank (Fig. 9) and fill the
tank.
NOTE:
Do not overfill the tank.
3.
Wipe up any gasoline that
may have spilled.
4.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
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5.
Move the unit at least 30 ft.
Fuel Tank
(9.1 m) from the fueling
Fig. 9
source and site before
starting the engine.
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