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SPARK ARRESTER
Some federal, state or local laws may require gasoline
engines to be equipped with exhaust spark arresters
when they are operated in certain locations where
unarrested sparks may present a fire hazard. The
standard muffler included with this machine does not
qualify as a spark arrester. For areas requiring spark
arrestors, use K2793-1.
An incorrect additional arrester may lead to dam-
age to the engine or adversely affect performance.
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INSTALLATION
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OUTBACK® 185
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CAUTION
WARNING
• Keep hands away from muffler or HOT engine
parts.
• Stop the engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Remove fuel cap slowly to release pressure.
• Do not overfill tank.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear
before starting engine.
• Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
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PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
Read and understand the engine operating and
maintenance instructions supplied with this machine
before you operate the OUTBACK® 185.
OIL
The OUTBACK® 185 is shipped with the engine filled
with SAE 10W30 oil. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE. This is an added
precaution. Do not screw in dipstick when checking oil
level. DO NOT OVERFILL. Be sure the fill plug is tight
after servicing.
FUEL
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, regular grade (mini-
mum 87 octane lead free gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL
WITH GAS. The OUTBACK® 185 capacity is approxi-
mately 6.8 gallons (25.74 Liter). DO NOT OVERFILL,
allow room in the fuel tank for fuel expansion.
STACKING
OUTBACK® 185 machines CANNOT be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine on a secure, level surface whenev-
er you use it or store it. Any surfaces you place it on
other than the ground must be firm, non-skid, and
structurally sound.
The gasoline engine is designed to run in a level posi-
tion for best performance. It can operate at an angle,
but this should never be more than 15 degrees in any
direction. If you do operate it at a slight angle, be sure
to check the oil regularly and keep the oil level full.
Also, fuel capacity will be a little less at an angle.
LIFTING
The OUTBACK® 185 should be lifted by two people.
(See Technical Specification page for weight). The
LowLift™ grab bars on both ends make lifting easi-
er.