Mixing Fuel, Filling the Fuel Tank | Shindaiwa 81372, F222, T222

Mixing Fuel

CAUTION!

Some types of gasoline contain alcohol as an oxygenate. Oxygenated gaso- line may cause increased operating temperatures. Under certain condi- tions, alcohol-based gasoline may also reduce the lubricating qualities of some 2-cycle mixing oils. Never use any type of gasoline containing more than 10% alcohol by volume! Generic oils and some outboard oils may not be intended for use in high-performance air cooled 2-cycle engines, and should never

be used in your Shindaiwa engine.

Filling the Fuel Tank

CAUTION!

This engine is designed to operate on a 50:1 mixture consisting of unleaded gasoline and ISO-L-EGD or JASO FC class 2-cycle mixing oil only. Use of non-approved mixing oils can lead to excessive carbon deposits.

■Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher.

■Mix all fuel with a 2-cycle air-cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L- EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities

■1 gallon of gasoline to 2.6 oz. mixing oil

■5 liters of gasoline to 100 ml. mixing oil

IMPORTANT!

Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs! If fuel must be stored longer than

30 days and

oil with fuel stabilizer is

not used, it should first be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.

Oil is a registered JASO FC classified oil and also meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD performance requirements. Shindaiwa One is recommended for use in all Shindaiwa low emissions engines. Shindaiwa One also includes a fuel stabilizer.

WARNING!

Minimize the risk of fire!

■STOP engine before refueling.

■ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before refueling!

■Wipe all spilled fuel and move the engine at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the fueling point and source before restarting!

■NEVER start or operate this unit if there is a fuel leak.

■NEVER start or operate this unit if the carburetor, fuel lines, fuel tank and/or fuel tank cap are damaged.

■NEVER smoke or light any fires near the engine or fuel source!

■NEVER place any flammable material near the engine muffler!

■NEVER operate the engine without the muffler and spark arrester in good working condition.

1. Place the trimmer on a flat, level surface.

. Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap.

3.Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank with clean, fresh fuel.

4.Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten firmly.

Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT!!

Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP.

Ignition Switch

Figure 11

1.Slide the ignition switch to the “I” posi- tion. See Figure 11.

. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the transparent return tube.

Primer Bulb

Return tube

Figure 12

IMPORTANT!

The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the

primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel.

Closed

Figure 13

3.Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position if engine is cold.

Make sure the cutting attachment is clear of obstructions!

XST013

Figure 14

4.While holding the outer tube firmly with left hand, use your other hand to slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine.

CAUTION!

Do not pull the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel. Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter.

81372, T222, F222 specifications

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