Central Pneumatic 67853, Manual

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23. 

Use the equipment, accessories, etc., in accordance 

with these instructions and in the manner intended for 

the particular type of equipment, taking into account 

the working conditions and the work to be performed.  

Use of the equipment for operations different from 

those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

24. Do not operate the equipment with known 

leaks in the engine’s fuel system.

25. This product contains or, when used, produces a 

chemical known to the State of California to cause 

cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  

(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, 

et seq.

)

26. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be 

cleaned up immediately.  Dispose of fluids and 

cleaning materials as per any local, state, or 

federal codes and regulations.  Store oil rags in 

a bottom-ventilated, covered, metal container.

27. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.  Do 

not reach over or across equipment while operating.

28. Before use, check for misalignment or binding 

of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any 

other condition that may affect the equipment’s 

operation.  

If damaged, have the equipment 

serviced before using.

  Many accidents are 

caused by poorly maintained equipment.

29. 

Use the correct equipment for the application.  Do 

not modify the equipment and do not use the 

equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended.

Service Precautions

1. 

Before service, maintenance, or cleaning:

a. 

Turn the engine switch to its “OFF” position.

b. 

Allow the engine to completely cool.

c. 

Then, remove the spark plug 

cap from the spark plug.

2.  Keep all safety guards in place and in 

proper working order.  Safety guards include 

muffler, air cleaner, mechanical guards, and 

heat shields, among other guards.

3. 

Do not alter or adjust any part of the equipment 

or its engine that is sealed by the manufacturer 

or distributor.  Only a qualified service 

technician may adjust parts that may increase 

or decrease governed engine speed.

4.  Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work 

gloves, and dust mask/respirator during service.

5.  Maintain labels and nameplates on the 

equipment.  These carry important information.  

If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor 

Freight Tools for a replacement.

6. 

Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair 

person using only identical replacement parts.  

This will ensure that the safety of the equipment 

is maintained.  Do not attempt any service or 

maintenance procedures not explained in this 

manual or any procedures that you are uncertain 

about your ability to perform safely or correctly.

7.  Store equipment out of the reach of children.
8.  Follow scheduled engine and equipment maintenance.

Refueling:

1. 

Do not smoke, or allow sparks, flames, 

or other sources of ignition around the 

equipment, especially when refuelling.

2. 

Do not refill the fuel tank while the 

engine is running or hot.

3. 

TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE AND FIRE 

HAZARD,

 do not fill fuel above the bottom of 

fuel strainer for the 68121, 212cc engine.

68121 Max Fuel

DO NOT OVERFILL!

4. 

Do not fill fuel tank to the top.  Leave a little 

room for the fuel to expand as needed.

5.  Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.
6.  Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate 

before starting engine. 

To prevent FIRE, do not start 

the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.

 SAVE THESE 

INSTRUCTIONS.