Craftsman 316.79479 manual OIL and Fuel Mixing Instructions, Unleaded GAS Cycle OIL, Liters

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OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. 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 gasoline 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

If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, follow recommended precautions:

Always use the fresh fuel mix explained in your operator'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

reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing

instructions on the 2-cycle oil container. Using improperly

I_AUTION: For proper engine operation and maximum

m xed fue can severey damage the eng ne.

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 fuel additive, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's fuel tank.

Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel tank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixing ratios.

NOTE: One gallon (3.8 liters) of unleaded gasoline mixed with one

3.2oz. (95 ml.) bottle of 2-cycle oil makes a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio.

NOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/oil mix in accordance to Federal,

State

and Local regulations.

 

 

 

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UNLEADED GAS

2-CYCLE

OIL

1 GALLON US

3.2 FL

OZ.

(3.8

LITERS)

(95 ml)

1

LITER

25 ml

 

MIXING

RATIO - 40:1

 

WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while I filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a

d stance from the area.

WARNING: Add fuel in a clean,

well ventilated

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outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.

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Avoid creating a source of ignition

for spilt fuel. Do not

start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

FUELING THE UNIT

from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel

I_WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury cap securely in place.

1.Remove the fuel cap.

2.Place the gas container's spout into the fill hole on the fuel tank (Fig. 10) and fill the tank.

f_

Gas Can

Spout

Fuel Tank

Fig. 10

NOTE: Do not overfill the tank.

3.Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled.

4.Reinstall the fuel cap.

5.Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine.

NOTE: Dispose of any old fuel mixture in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.

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