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Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
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OPERATION IN COLD
a.
Use proper engine oil for cold weather. See lubrication instructions in Chapter 3.
Death or serious Injury could occur If fuel Is not handled carefully.
Use In a well-ventilated area away from open flame, arcing
equipment, Ignition sources, heaters, or excessive heat. Engine
must be turned off and cool before refueling. Use proper refueling
procedures and equipment to avoid spillage. Do not run engine near
open fuel containers. Always store fuel In properly marked
containers. DO NOT SMOKE.
b.
Keep fuel tank full to prevent condensation. Condensation can freeze and clog lines, filters and injectors.
c.
Cold weather starting can be improved by the addition of engine oil to the cold start assist.
(1) With engine stopped, remove closing plug (1) from cold start assist (2).
CAUTION
Engine lockup could occur if oil Is poured Into center of cold start
assist. Take care to fill cold start assist cup from the side.
(2) Fill cold start assist cup with clean engine oil. To prevent engine lockup, carefully pour oil in
the side of the cup.
(3) Replace closing plug (1) into cold start
assist (2) and press it in firmly.
(4) Turn decompression lever 1/4 turn
clockwise to the 9 o'clock position and
turn engine with crank handle until it
can be turned easily.
(5) Start
engine
immediately
using
instructions in paragraph 2-4.
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