41 PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK For your own safety and maximum service life of the vehicle, make a thorough daily inspection before operating the vehicle to start the engine. Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating index of 87 or higher may be used. A Use fuel within approximately 30 days after purchase to avoid deterioration in fuel quality, or add fuel stabilizer to keep fuel fresh and stabilized. A Fuel blend differs from season to season for the best seasonal engine performance. To prevent engine performance troubles such as vapor lock or hard starting, use fuel within the season in which the fuel is purchased.
A Infrequent use of the engine during a season can make fuel stale in the fuel tank of the machine. Stale fuel condition can cause engine performance troubles by varnish and plugged carburetor components. A Seal the fuel storage container tightly and store it out of sunlight and heat to prevent fuel degradation. A Condensation in the fuel tank may occur because of various operating or environmental conditions. To reduce condensation and avoid affecting machine operation, fill the fuel tank at the end of daily operation and store fuel in the plastic container. To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to check and service the vehicle on a flat surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake "ON". B Walk Around Inspection Look around and under the vehicle for such items as loose bolts, trash build-up, oil or coolant leaks, broken or worn parts. B Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling To avoid personal injury: A Handle fuel carefully. If the engine is running, do not fill the fuel tank. If engine is hot, let engine cool several minutes before adding fuel. Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank or servicing the fuel system. Fill fuel tank only to bottom of filler neck. Do not fill completely full. The empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand, when it heats up.
Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the fuel tank is hot. A Use only an approved fuel container. Use only non- metal, portable fuel containers approved by the Underwriter's Laboratory (U.L.) or the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM). If using a funnel, make sure it is plastic and has no screen or filter. A Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. A Never add fuel to or drain fuel from the machine indoors. Move the machine outdoors and provide adequate ventilation. A Clean up spilled fuel immediately. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
If fuel is spilled near machine, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated. A Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliance. A Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric discharge. Static electric discharge can ignite fuel vapors in an ungrounded fuel container. A Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or a trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before fueling. Check the fuel level.
Take care that the fuel tank does not become empty. A Do not mix oil with gasoline. Fuel tank capacity 20 L (5.3 U.S.gals.)