Powersmart PSM2022 Manuel D'instructions page 16

ADD GASOLINE
WARNING: This engine may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which
can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion
even if not directly in contact with gasoline.
Use fresh (within 30 days from purchase), lead-free gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane rating. Do not
mix oil with gasoline.
To add gasoline, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the engine is on a travel surface.
2. Unscrew fuel cap and set aside. NOTE: The fuel cap may be tight and hard to unscrew.
3. Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank be careful not to overfill. The capacity of the fuel tank
is 0.4Gallon.NOTE: Do not fill the fuel tank to the very top. Gasoline will expand and spill over
during use even with the fuel cap in place.
4. Re-install fuel cap and wipe clean any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth.
IMPORTANT:
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Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
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Never use old gasoline.
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Avoid get dirt or water into the fuel tank
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Gasoline can age in the tank and make starting difficult. Never store engine for extended periods of
time with fuel in the tank or the carburetor.
ENGINE START/STOP LEVER
This lawn mower comes equipped with an engine start/stop lever to prevent
unintentional starting and to ensure safe operation. Releasing this lever will
quickly stop the blade in case of danger. The lever must be actuated before the
lawn mower is started. When the engine start/stop lever is released, it must
return to its initial position.
Before you start mowing, you should run through this process several times in
order to ensure that the lever and actuator cables are working properly. Repeat the test several times after
the engine has started up. When the engine start/stop lever is released, the engine must stop within a few
seconds. If not, contact Customer Service.
Warning: The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started.
START THE ENGINE
1. Check the oil and fuel levels.Press the primer bulb 3 times.
2. Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to the spark plug.
3. Stand behind the lawn mower. Actuate the engine start/stop lever with one hand. The other hand must
be on the starter handle.
4. Start the engine using the starter handle. To do this pull out the handle approx. 4 –6 inches (until you
feel a resistance) and then start the engine with a sharp tug. If the engine does not start, tug the handle
again.
Caution: Never allow the actuator cable to snap back.
Caution: In cold weather, it may be necessary to repeat the starting process several times.
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Engine start/stop lever