Fuel handling
1.Always switch the product off, disconnect the spark plug connector and let the product cool
down, before refuelling it. Fuel and fuel vapour are highly flammable. Take care when handling
fuel. Never smoke when you are refuelling the product. Do not refuel the product, if there is an
open fire in the vicinity!
2.Always use suitable aids such as funnels and filler necks. Do not spill any fuel on the product
or its exhaust system. There is a risk of ignition. Remove spilled fuel carefully from all parts of
the product. Any residue which may be present must have completely volatilised, before the
product is put into operation!
3.Never use the product in environments where there is a risk of explosion. Exhaust gases
and fuel fumes are noxious. Fuel fumes can ignite.
4.Never breathe in any fuel fumes, when you are refuelling the product. Never fill the tank in
enclosed spaces, such as basements or sheds. There is a risk of poisoning and explosion!
5.Avoid skin contact with petrol.
6.Do not eat or drink, while you are refuelling the product. If you have swallowed petrol or oil,
or if petrol or oil has got into your eyes, then seek the advice of a doctor immediately.
7.Close the tank lid immediately after filling the tank. Make sure that it is properly closed.
8.Never use the product without an air filter.
9.Fuel vapour pressure may build up inside the fuel tank depending on the fuel used, weather
conditions and the tank venting system. To reduce the risk of burns and other personal
injuries, remove the filter cap carefully to allow any pressure build up to release slowly.
10.Be aware of fire risks, explosion and inhalation risks.
11.Do not smoke while operating the product, handling fuel or near fuel.
12.Ensure the spark plug lead is secured, a loose lead may cause electrical arcing that could
ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire or explosion.
13.Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
14.Use caution when handling fuel. To avoid any accidental fires, move the product at least 3
metres (10') from the fuelling point before starting the engine.
15.Tighten the fuel cap thoroughly after refilling the fuel tank.
16.Do not operate the product if it is leaking fuel. Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the
engine is running.
17.Do not store cans of fuel or refill the fuel tank in any place where there is a boiler, stove,
wood fire, electrical sparks, welding sparks, or other sources of heat or fire which might ignite
the fuel.
18.If you have spilt fuel on yourself or on your clothes, change your clothes and wash any part
of your body that has come in contact with fuel before turning the engine on again.
19.If fuel is ignited, put out the fire with a dry powder fire extinguisher.
