Cub Cadet Challenger 400 4x4 Operation Manual - Page 5

c. When practical, remove gaspowered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle. d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. f. Never fuel machine indoors. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. i. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely. j. If fuel is spilled, wipe it off the equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. k. To reduce fire hazards, keep engine compartment and exhaust system free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. l. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. General Service 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wires and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 3. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required. 4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. 5. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 6. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running. 7. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 8. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 9. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), units in this product category have an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or approximately 400 hours of operation. To extend the life of your unit, and specifically after (7) years of ownership or at 400 hours of operation, have the unit inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death. See Section 5 of this Operators Manual for Maintenance and Service schedules. 10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. 11. Prior to disposal, determine the proper method to dispose of waste from your local Environmental Protection Agency. Recycling centers are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmentally safe fashion. 12. Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them. Properly dispose of the containers immediately following the draining of fluids. 13. DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground, down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other body of water. Observe Environmental Protection Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other harmful waste. 14. We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electrical components; spindles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Notice Regarding Emissions Where applicable, this vehicle is certified to federal EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions standards for Off-Highway Recreational Vehicles (OHRV). The engine owner's manual is supplied by the engine manufacturer, and provides additional information relating to the emission system, warranty, and maintenance of the engine in accordance with EPA and/or CARB regulations. Consult your engine manual for the fuel requirements for your engine. Gasoline powered products may be equipped with the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Oxygen Sensor (O2S), Multi-port Fuel Injection (MFI), Electronic Control Module (ECM), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC). When required, models are equipped with low permeation fuel lines and fuel tanks for evaporative emission control. Please contact Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative emission control configuration for your model. Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grasscovered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices 5