suitable for automotive use (85 pump octanminimum). Leaded gasoline may be used if unleadedregular is not available.Never use gasoline containingmethanol, gasoline containing more than 10%ethanol, gasoline additives, or white gas becauseengine fuel system damage could result.Filling the Fuel TankFuel tank capacity is approximately 26.5 L (7gallons).1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 3).Figure 31. Fuel tank cap3. Remove the fuel tank cap.4. Fill the tank to about one inch below the top of thetank, (bottom of the filler neck). This space in thetank allows gasoline to expand. Do not overfill.5. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any fuelthat may have spilled.OperationNote: Determine the left and right sides of themachine from the normal operating position.Think Safety FirstPlease carefully read all the safety instructions andsymbols in the safety section. Knowing thisinformation could help you or bystanders avoid injury.ControlsAccelerator PedalThe accelerator pedal (Fig. 4) gives the operator theability to vary ground speed of the vehicle.Depressing the pedal starts the engine. Depressing thepedal farther increases ground speed. Releasing thepedal will slow the vehicle and the engine will stoprunning. Maximum forward speed is 26 kmh (16MPH)Brake PedalThe brake pedal is used to stop or slow the vehicle(Fig. 4).Parking BrakeThe parking brake is a small plate at the top of thebrake pedal (Fig. 4). Whenever the engine is shut off,the parking brake must be engaged to preventaccidental movement of the vehicle. To engage theparking brake, step on the brake pedal firmly and rollforward with the top of your foot. To disengage,depress the accelerator pedal. If the vehicle is parkedImportant14Brakes can become worn or can be misadjusted,resulting in personal injury.If the brake pedal travels within 2.5cm (1”) of thevehicle floor board, the brakes must be adjusted orrepaired.CAUTION