Fuel
Fuel Specifications
Capacity 19 L (5 US gallons)
Type Unleaded gasoline
Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (research octane; outside the US)
Ethanol No more than 10% by volume
Methanol None
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) Less than 15% by volume
Oil Do not add to the fuel
Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel from a reputable source.
IMPORTANT
To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed
by the fuel-stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Move the motion-control levers outward to the P
ARK position.
3. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
4. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and fill the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill the fuel tank completely
full.
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Performing Daily Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in the
Maintenance Schedule.
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