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Do not touch the ignition cable when starting and operating the
engine.
Operate the pump on a stable, level surface.
If the engine is tilted, fuel spillage may result.
Do not transport the pump with fuel in tank or with fuel strainer cock open.
Keep the unit dry (do not operate it in rainy conditions).
Carefully check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel leakage.
Leaked fuel creates a potentially dangerous situation.
Check bolts and nuts for looseness. A loose bolt or nut may cause
serious engine trouble.
Check the engine oil and refill if necessary.
Check the fuel level and refill if necessary.
Take care not to overfill the tank.
Keep cylinder fins and recoil starter free of dirt, grass and other debris.
Wear snug fitting working clothes when operating the engine.
Loose aprons, towels, belt, etc., may be caught in the engine or drive
train, causing a dangerous situation.
CAUTION
: PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
NOTE
Operating the pump at a steep incline may cause seizure due
to improper lubrication even with a maximum oil level.