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OIL & PETROL INFORMATION
OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for
improper unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean
unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper
fuel/oil mixture.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of petrol and oxygenates such
as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel
absorbs water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel
and oil separate. It forms acids when stored. When using
alcohol-blended fuel, use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old).
Using Blended Fuels
Ifyou choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable,
follow recommended precautions:
• Always use the fresh fuel mix explained in your opera-
tor's manual
• Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit
• Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the
unit
Using Fuel Additives
The bottle of 2-cycle oil that came with your unit contains a
fuel additive which will help inhibit corrosion and minimize
the formation of gum deposits. It is recommended that you
use our 2-cycle oil with this unit.
If unavailable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed for air-cooled
engines along with a petrol additive, such as STA-BIL_ Petrol
Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 23 ml (0.8 oz) of petrol
additive per gallon of petrol according to the instructions on
the container. NEVERadd petrol additives directly to the
unit's petrol tank.
CAUTION: For proper engine operation and max-
imum reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and
petrol mixing instructions on the 2-cycle oil con-
tainer. Using improperly mixed petrol can severe-
ly damage the engine.
Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with
unleaded petrol in a separate petrol can. Use a 40:1 petrol/oil
ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine petrol tank. See
the table below for specific petrol and oil mixing ratios.
NOTE: 3.8 liters (1 gallon) of unleaded petrol mixed
with one 95 ml (3.2 oz.) bottle of 2-cycle oil
makes a40:1 petrol/oil ratio.
UNLEADED PETROL 2 CYCLE OIL
3.8 LITERS 95 ml
(1 US. GALLON) (3.2 FL OZs)
1 LITER 25 ml
MIXING RATIO = 40 : 1
WARNING: Petrol is extremely flammable. Ignited
Vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and
allow it to cool before filling the petrol tank. Do not
smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and open
flames at a distance from the area.
WARNING: Remove petrol cap slowly to avoid
injury from petrol spray. Never operate the unit
without the petrol cap securely in place.
NOTE:
WARNING: Add petrol in a clean, well ventilated
area outdoors. Wipe up any spilled petrol imme-
diately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for
spilt petrol. Do not start the engine until petrol
vapors dissipate.
Dispose of the old petrol/oil mix in accordance
to Federal, State and Local regulations.
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