Powerfist 8449027 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 12

V 3.7
FUEL
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Deteriorated gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum
deposits that clog the fuel system. If that gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to
have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.
The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems
will vary with factors such as gasoline blend, storage temperatures, and the amount of fuel in the tank. The air in a
partially filled fuel tank will promote fuel deterioration, as will very warm storage temperatures. Fuel problems may
occur in a few months or sooner if the gasoline was not fresh when the tank was filled.
Adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated for this purpose can extend fuel storage life. Deterioration problems
can also be avoided by draining the fuel tank and carburetor prior to storage.
ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the tank is only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel
deterioration during storage.
2. Add gasoline stabilizer. Ensure that the instructions for that product are followed.
3. Run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to ensure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated
gasoline in the carburetor.
4. Stop the engine.
DISPOSING OF ENGINE
If your engine has become damaged beyond repair, do not throw it out. Bring it to the appropriate recycling facility.
Contact your local municipality for a list of disposal facilities or by-laws for electronic devices, batteries, oil or
other toxic liquids.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT pollute the environment by allowing uncontrolled discharge of waste oil.
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173cc OHV Vertical Gas Engine
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