Speeco S241003C0 - Manual (Page 4)

WARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSTION 65
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
NEVER run the digger indoors, in poorly-ventilated or partially enclosed areas, or outdoors where the exhaust could be
drawn into a building. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is odorless and deadly.
ALWAYS avoid contact with the exhaust area of the engine to prevent possible burns.
ALWAYS remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance, adjustment or repairs.
NEVER store the digger indoors with fuel in the tank. Fumes could be ignited by a spark, flame or pilot light. ALWAYS
drain the fuel outdoors into an approved container.
ALWAYS close the fuel vent cap on the engine when transporting this digger or when the engine is stopped.
NEVER remove the fuel cap or add fuel when the engine is running.
NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel cap removed.
NEVER tilt the digger more than 20° from the upright position during continuous operation. Do not tilt more than 30° dur-
ing intermittent operation.
NEVER fill the gas tank to the top. Fill to a point 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck. Room must be allowed for fuel
expansion.
ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before refueling.
NEVER smoke while refueling the tank or operating this machine.
ALWAYS use an approved red gasoline container to store and dispense fuel.
ALWAYS keep flammable materials including grass and leaves away from the muffler and the engine.
NEVER fill the tank indoors. Refilling should be done outdoors and in a well-ventilated area.
NEVER allow children to refuel the tank.
NEVER operate this earth auger if there is spilled gasoline on the engine or in the immediate area. Wipe up the spill and
allow the gas to evaporate before operating the digger.
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If an obstruction is encountered during operation, release the throttle control until the engine idles down. Then remove the
earth auger from the ground and turn it off. Remove the obstruction, if possible, and resume digging.
NEVER tilt the gas tank if the engine is running, hot or if the unit is indoors.
NEVER have the throttle control fully open when starting. You could easily lose control of the digger.
FIRE PREVENTION