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25. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
26. Parts, especially exhaust system components,
get very hot during use. Stay clear of hot parts.
27. Do not cover the equipment during operation.
28. Keep the equipment, engine, and
surrounding area clean at all times.
29. 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.
30. Do not operate the equipment with known
leaks in the engine’s fuel system.
31. WARNING: 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.
)
32. WARNING: This product contains di (2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate (DEHP), 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.
)
33. 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.
34. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
Do not reach over or across
equipment while operating.
35. 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.
36. 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.
Do not fill fuel tank to the top.
Leave a little room for the fuel to expand as needed.
TO prEVEnT FuEL LEaKaGE anD
FirE HaZarD, do not fill fuel above
the bottom of fuel strainer.
Max Fuel
DO nOT OVErFiLL!
4. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.
5. 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.
