HONDA WMP20X - Manual (Page 11)

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REFUELING
Honda recommends using a No-Spill
®
gas can, which meets the
demanding requirements of the California Air Resources Board
(page 16).
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the engine inside a
building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol must
contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. Use of fuels with content
of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above may cause starting
and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and
plastic parts of the fuel system. Engine damage or performance
problems that result from using a fuel with percentages of ethanol or
methanol greater than shown above are not covered by warranty.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis,
please refer to the fuel section of the STORAGE chapter (page 12) for
additional information regarding fuel deterioration.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
To refuel, remove the fuel
tank cap, and fill the tank
with gasoline to the
shoulder of the filler neck.
Refuel carefully to avoid
spilling fuel. Do not overfill.
After refueling, tighten the
fuel tank cap securely.
Move the pump at least 10
feet (3 meters) away from
the fueling source and site
before starting the engine.
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when
filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered by
the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY (page 17).
TRANSPORTING
BEFORE LOADING
When transporting the pump, be sure to keep it upright. If the pump is
tilted or overturned, fuel may spill from the tank, which can result in a
fire hazard.
Allow the engine to cool before transporting the pump.
1. Turn the ignition switch
to the OFF position.
2. Turn the fuel valve to
the OFF position.
3. Drain the pump
chamber into a suitable
container.
Follow the chemical
manufacturer’s handling
procedures.
4. Dispose of the liquid or
chemical properly and
reinstall the drain plug.
LOADING AND UNLOADING
Position the pump so it is level on the transport vehicle. Tie the pump
down with rope or straps attached to the frame. Keep the tie-down
rope or straps away from the controls and carburetor.
 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 CAP
OFF
OFF
IGNITION
SWITCH
FUEL
VALVE
DRAIN
PLUG
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