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FUEL HANDLING
PROPER FUEL
Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk
of injury and property damage:
- Use extreme care in handling gasoline. It is
extremely fl ammable and the vapors are explosive.
- Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
- Use only approved gasoline containers.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool a minimum of 3
minutes before refueling.
- Never fuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open fl ame, spark, or pilot light such as
on a water heater or other appliances.
- Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place con-
tainers on the ground away from your vehicle when
fi lling.
- Remove the power pack from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel the 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.
- If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
- Never overfi ll fuel tank. Always wipe off any spilled
fuel or oil. Replace fuel cap and tighten
The BRIGGS & STRATTON engine is certifi ed to operate on
unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating (M+R) of 86 or
higher, or a research octane rating (R) of 91 or higher.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more
than 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use gasoline containing
methanol.
Use of fuels with an ethanol content of more than 10% (E10)
may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system, as
well as posing a fi re hazard.
Do not use fuel that is older than 30 days. Old fuel can cause
running problems as well as fuel system damage.
The engine will not operate on gasoline
marketed as E-85 (85% ethanol)
OIL HANDLING
WARNING
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose
of used oil properly. Do not discard with household
waste. Check with your local authorities, service
center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facility.
NOTICE
ENGINE OIL
Oil Recommendation
The engine holds approximately 1.4 liters (1-1/2 qts - 48 ounc-
es) when changing oil and oil fi lter.
- Use a high quality detergent oil classifi ed “For Service
SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher.
- BRIGGS & STRATTON strongly recommends the use
of Synthetic oil.
- Do not use special additives.
- Choose a viscosity according to the table below.
Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil change
intervals.
Please read the enclosed BRIGGS & STRATTON Operator’s
Manual for complete oil information.
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
-20 0 30 40
80
100
-30
-20 0
20 30 40
F
C
32
-10
10
60
5W-30
SAE 30
SYNTHETIC OIL 5W-30, 10W-30
HYDRAULIC OIL
Any high quality hydraulic oil with a viscosity rating of
ISO 46 (46 cSt) can be used.
High quality hydraulic oils that are marketed as
“Biodegradable” can be used with a viscosity rating
equivalent of ISO 46.
NOTE:
Biodegradable hydraulic fl uids may require different service
intervals compared to the traditional mineral based oils.
Consult and follow the oil manufacturers recommendations re-
garding the service life of the oil.
The Hydraulic system is also compatible with some “Food
Grade” oils that can be used for specifi c applications. Please
contact Husqvarna Construction Products for advice.