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Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE
by volume is acceptable.
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Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15
or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
Performance problems and/or engine damage may result
which may not be covered under warranty.
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Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless you use a fuel stabilizer.
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Do not add oil to gasoline.
Figure 10
1. 6 mm (1/4 inch)
Note: For best results, purchase only the quantity of gasoline
that you expect to use in 30 days. Otherwise, you may add
fuel stabilizer to newly purchased gasoline to keep it fresh for
up to 6 months.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the
engine-oil level and add oil if necessary.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Clean around the oil-fill cap
(Figure
11).
1. Oil-fill cap
3. Unscrew the oil-fill cap and remove it.
4. If the oil level is low, keep the machine in the operating
position and carefully pour oil into the crankcase
until the point of overflow. Wait 3 minutes for the oil
to settle and add enough to bring it to the point of
overflow. (Max. fill: 0.60 L (20 oz), type: automotive
detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ,
SL, or higher.)
Note: You may tip the machine forward (handle up)
to make adding oil easier. Remember to return the
machine to the operating position before checking the
oil level.
Important: Do not tip the machine all the way
forward onto its nose, or fuel may leak out of the
machine.
5. Screw the oil-fill cap into the oil-fill hole and tighten
it securely by hand.
During Operation
Safety
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Rotating auger blades can injure fingers or hands.
Stay behind the handles and away from the discharge
opening while operating the machine. Keep your face,
hands, feet, and any other part of your body or
clothing away from moving or rotating parts.
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Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where
property damage can occur.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. Always be
sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles.
Walk; never run.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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Never operate the machine without good visibility or
light.
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Look behind and use care when backing up with the
machine.
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When not actively clearing snow, disengage power to the
rotor blades.
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Figure 11
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