Dirty hand tools 100372 Operation Manual
196cc HP GASOLINE ENGINE
Model # 100372
Operation Manual
is safety alert symbol identies important safety messages in
this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information
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may result in serious injury or death.
Part # 101515 Rev A
For Service or Questions
Call 1-877-487-8275
720-287-5182
www.dirtyhandtools.com
Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of
510 Pierce Avenue • Suite B
Louisville, CO 80027 • 720-287-5182
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information .....................................................4
Engine Components ......................................................................6
Filling with Gasoline and Oil .........................................................7
Operation Precautions ....................................................................8
Operation .......................................................................................9
Maintenance .................................................................................10
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................14
Storage .........................................................................................15
Warranty and Specifications ..........................................Back Cover
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Important Safety Information
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WARNING
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions
and safety information before operating this gasoline engine.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow
anyone to operate this gasoline engine who has not read this
manual. As with all power equipment, a gasoline engine can be
dangerous if used improperly. Do not operate this gasoline engine
if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.
Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182,
1-877-487-8275, or visit www.dirtyhandtools.com if you have any
questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.
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Intended Use
Do Not Use the gasoline engine for any purpose other than for
which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and may
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER
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DANGER
READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
General Safety
Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation
instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury
or death.
• Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do
not permit others that have not read and understood the complete
Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
• Do not operate the gasoline engine when under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Do not allow a person who is tired or otherwise impaired or not
completely alert to operate the gasoline engine.
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Important Safety Information
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DANGER
DO NOT place ngers, hands or body near the engine
when it is running.
• Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order.
• Do not transport the equipment with the engine running.
• Do not tilt the machine while the engine is running.
• Do not leave the engine unattended when it is running. Turn off
the engine before leaving the area.
• Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper
ventilation as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon
monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and deadly poisonous.
• Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the
engine to cool completely.
• Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or cover over the
carburetor air-intake removed, except for adjustment.Removal of
such parts could create a fire hazard.
• e muer and engine become very hot with use and can cause
a severe burn; do not touch. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling, doing maintenance, or making adjustments.
Safety Decals
Safety labels on the gasoline engine are to remind you of important
information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all safety
warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace
missing or defaced decals. Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1-877-
487-8275 for replacement decals.
E x pl osive fuel c an c ause fire or
serious b urns.
S T O P engine b efore fueling. DO N O T S M O K E .
L eave 5 / 8 inc h ( 16 mm) emp ty at top of tank for fuel
ex p ansion. DO N O T T O U C H M U F F L E R .
R ead O p eration M anual for other W arnings!
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