EarthQuake MC43 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 5

DANGER
ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN
ODORLESS, COLORLESS,
CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN
IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE
EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON MONOXIDE
CAN CAUSE NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN
ADDITION TO DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND
CONFUSION.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMP-
TOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL AT-
TENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• The clutch will transfer maximum power after about
two hours of normal operation. During this break-in
period clutch slippage may occur. The clutch should be
kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation.
Engine Safety Precautions
If your product comes with a separate engine manual, be
sure to read and follow all safety and warning precautions
outlined there, in addition to any in this manual.
Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
• Always start and run engine outdoors. Do not start or run
engine in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are
open.
• Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon
monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.
• Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may
be pulled into a building.
• Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area
where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily
taken away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas
where hills surround your working area.)
• Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area. (Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on
one or more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
• Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler
pointed in the direction away from the operator.
• Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone. People
should always be many feet away from the operation of
the engine and its attachments.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine.
Gasoline Fires and Handling Fuel Safely
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
• When storing extra fuel be sure that it is in an
appropriate container and away from any fire hazards.
• Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric
discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriter's Laboratory (U.L.) or the
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).
THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
POISONOUS GAS.
CAUTION
HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF
A FUNCTIONING INTERNAL
ENGINE. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS TO PREVENT BURNS AND FIRES.
WARNING
NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE ENGINE
FROM THE FACTORY. SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH MAY OCCUR IF ENGINE IS MODIFIED
OR ALTERED.
WHEN WORKING ON OR REPLACING PARTS
FOR THE ENGINE OR PRODUCT, YOU MUST
ALWAYS FLIP THE ON/OFF SWITCH TO THE
OFF POSITION.
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Stop engine and allow to cool before filling.
• Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.
• Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area.
Never fill your fuel tank with fuel indoors. (Examples
include: basement, garage, barn, shed, house, porch,
etc.) Never fill tank near appliances with pilot lights,
heaters, or other ignition sources. If the fuel has to be
drained, this should be done outdoors. The drained fuel
should be stored in a container specifically designed for
fuel storage or it should be disposed of carefully.
• Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine
before starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately. If
fuel is spilled, do not start the engine but move product
and fuel container from area. Clean up spilled fuel and
allow to evaporate and dry after wiping and before
starting.
• Allow fuel fumes/vapors to escape from the area before
starting engine.
• Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting
and using engine.
• Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed
on the engine.
• Never smoke while refilling engine fuel tank.
• Do not store engine with fuel in fuel tank indoors. Fuel
and fuel vapors are highly explosive.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
Operator's Manual
MC43 2-Cycle Cultivator
COMBUSTION
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