FUEL HANDLING
Fuel
CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a
WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate
!ventilation when handling fuel.
Gasoline
•The lowest recommended octane grade is 87 ((RON+MON)/2). If you run the engine on a lower octane grade than 87
Two-stroke oil
•For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two- stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air- cooled two
•Never use
•Never use oil intended for
Mixing ratio
1:50 (2%) for all engines.
Gasoline, litre | |
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| 2% (1:50) |
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5 | 0,10 |
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10 | 0,20 |
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15 | 0,30 |
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20 | 0,40 |
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US gallon | US fl. oz. |
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1 | 2 1/2 |
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2 1/2 | 6 1/2 |
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5 | 12 7/8 |
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Mixing
•Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel.
•Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.
•Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank.
•Do not mix more than one month’s supply of fuel at a time.
•If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned.
Fueling
WARNING! Taking the following precautions,
!will lessen the risk of fire:
Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
Always shut off the engine before refuelling.
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently.
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting.
•Keep the handle dry and free from oil and fuel.
•Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank.
•Always exercise care when refilling the fuel. Move the machine at least three metres from the fuelling area before it is started. Check that the fuel cap is tightened correctly.
•Clean around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and oil tank regularly. The fuel filter should be changed at least once a year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction.
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