OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable.
FUELING THE UNIT
WARNING:
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.
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated
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.
1.
Remove fuel cap. Remove the tag from the fuel tank neck.
Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit
performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean,
unleaded gasoline.
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid
injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without
the fuel cap securely in place.
NOTE:
This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid damage to
NOTE: Fill or add fuel to the tank only when the cultivator is in
a horizontal position (Fig. 9).
the unit, do not mix oil with gasoline.
Definition of Blended Fuels
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 form acids when stored. When using alcohol-blended fuel,
use fresh fuel that is less than 60 days old.
Fuel Cap
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or if its use is unavoidable,
follow recommended precautions:
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Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
Use Sta-Bil® or an equivalent
Fig. 9
Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit
2.
Place spout of gas container into the fill hole on the fuel
tank and fill tank.
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as Sta-Bil® 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
NOTE: Do not overfill tank.
3.
4.
5.
Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source
and site before starting the engine.
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal,
State and Local regulations.
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gas container according to the instructions on the container.
NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's gas tank.
oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel to an approved
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| Categories | Lawn Mower Manual, MTD Lawn Mower Manuals, Troy-Bilt Lawn Mower Manuals |
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