6.1 PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION6.1.1 Fuel Handling• Petrol (gasoline) fuel is flammable. Neverrefuel or service the fuel system while smok-ing or when near open flames or sparks.• Never refuel the machine when the engine isrunning• After stopping engine, the engine becomeshotter. Therefore fuel must be handled withgreat care when refueling. Do not spill fuelout of filler cap.DANGER1. Check the fuel gauge visually. If fuel is not reservedenough, open the filler cap and pour fuel.Fuel to be used : page 28Fuel tank capacity : page 28• When fuel gauge needle approaches empty"E", refuel as soon as possible.• When using the unit on slopes, refuel lessthan the upper fuel limit for the fuel filter inthe lubrication port.2. Close the filler cap firmly after refuelingN O T E– 13 –6OPERATION6. OPERATION• Before reading this chapter, be sure to read "RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION AND WORK" in Chapter 3( pages 5 to 8).• Concerning the operation and control, be sure to follow the instructions given in this chapter. If you do nothave a complete understanding of the operating and control system or safety devices, never operate themachine based on your own judgment.FuelfilterFuelgaugeUpper limitof oil levelFiller cap