4.5
FUEL TANK
4.6 PRE-START
Frozen Impeller
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1.
ALWAYS place unit in open or well- ventilated
area.
IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check impeller to
be sure it is not frozen.
2.
3.
Stop engine and allow to cool.
To check impeller:
Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt
from entering fuel tank.
1. With key in STOP position, squeeze attachment
clutch lever to Engaged position.
4.
Remove cap.
2. Pull recoil starter handle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline
containing alcohol. See Engine Manual for correct type
and grade of fuel.
3. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull starter handle)
move unit to a heated area and thaw to prevent
possible damage.
5.
Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) below bottom
of filler neck with unleaded gasoline.
4.7
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Tank capacity is 1 gallon (3.8 liters).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
6.
7.
Replace fuel cap and tighten.
Service Performed
Each
Use
Every 5
hrs.
Every
Yearly
ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
25 hrs.
Check Dual Handle
Interlock
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WARNING: POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS! Fuel
is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
Personal injury and property damage may
result if not handled properly.
Check Fasteners
Check Clutches
Clean Engine
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Fill the fuel tank outdoors in an open area.
Do not fill when the engine is hot. Wipe up
any fuel spills.
Check Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
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Never fill the fuel tank completely full.
Empty space in tank allows fuel to
expand.
Check Tire
Pressure
Check Auger
Gearcase
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Never smoke when handling fuel. Stay
away from open flames. Fuel fumes can
be ignited by sparks.
General Lubrication
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After first two hours of operation.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
Check Dual Handle Interlock
IMPORTANT: The unit is equipped with a gravity feed
type of fuel system. If the fuel shut-off valve is not in the
closed OFF position, gasoline can leak out of the
carburetor while the unit is being transported.
Without the engine running, press down (engage) both
clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever.
Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction
clutch lever is released, then both clutches must
disengage.
IMPORTANT: The unit engine fuel shut-off valve has
two positions:
Check Fasteners
1.
2.
Closed OFF
Open ON
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
Check Clutches
ALWAYS close or turn the fuel shut-off valve to the
OFF position for servicing, transporting or storing the
unit.
Auger / impeller must stop within 3 seconds when
attachment clutch/impeller brake lever is released.
Wheels must stop quickly when traction drive clutch
lever is released.
The unit must have the fuel shut-off valve in the open
ON position for proper fuel delivery to the engine
during normal operation (Figure 3).
If clutches do not engage or disengage properly, adjust
or repair before operation (see Service and
Adjustments).
Check the fuel shut-off valve frequently to assure it is in
the proper position for operation or service.
Check Engine Oil
The engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5
hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in
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