HONDA HHE31C - Manual (Page 27)

SERVICING YOUR HONDA STICK EDGER
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FUEL SYSTEM
Refueling
Fuel tank capacity:
0.69 US qt/22.0 fl oz (650 cc)
Check the fuel level by looking through the
translucent fuel tank.
If the fuel level is low, refuel in a well-ventilated
area with the engine stopped. If the engine has
been running, allow it to cool first.
To refuel, rest the stick edger on the ground
with the fuel tank cap facing up, as shown.
Remove the fuel tank cap, and fill the tank with
gasoline to the bottom of the filler neck. Refuel
carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not overfill.
There should be no fuel in the filler neck. After
refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
Never refuel the engine inside a building
where gasoline fumes may reach flames or
sparks. Keep gasoline away from appliance
pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances,
power tools, etc.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes
environmental damage. Wipe up spills
immediately.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
the fueling source and site before starting
the engine.
Fuel Recommendations
Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher.
These engines are certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Unleaded gasoline
produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits
and extends exhaust system life.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an
oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water
in the fuel tank.
Occasionally you may hear a light “spark
knock” or “pinging” (metallic rapping noise)
while operating under heavy loads. This is no
cause for concern.
If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady
engine speed, under normal load, change
brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging
persists, see an authorized Honda servicing
dealer.
NOTICE
Running the engine with persistent spark knock
or pinging can cause engine damage.
Running the engine with persistent spark knock
or pinging is misuse, and the Distributor's
Limited Warranty does not cover parts
damaged by misuse.
 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when
handling fuel.
•
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL TANK CAP
MAXIMUM
FUEL
LEVEL
FUEL
TANK