Homelite UT08934D Operation, Premium Exact MIX, Applications, Mixing the Fuel, Filling the Tank

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)

GASOLINE

OIL

1 Gallon (US)

2.6 oz.

1 Liter

20 cc (20 ml)

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:

nClearing leaves and other debris from your lawn

nKeeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles

MIXING THE FUEL

This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. The mixture should be at a 50:1 ratio, using Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil. If Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil is not avail- able, use a high quality 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at a 50:1 ratio. See chart later in this section.

To mix the fuel:

nUse a clean container that is approved for use with gaso- line.

nMix the Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil with unleaded gasoline in the container, according to the instructions on the oil package.

NOTE: This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gaso- line intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. Do not use automotive oil or 2-cycle outboard oil.

NOTE: Premium Exact Mix™ fuel mixture will stay fresh up to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period.

FILLING THE TANK

WARNING:

Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you and others. Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank.

nClean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contami- nation.

nLoosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counter- clockwise.

nPour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.

nClean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the fuel cap.

nReplace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock- wise.

nWipe spilled fuel from the product.

nMove at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start- ing the product.

NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine during first use.

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. Check for fuel leaks. If you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the product.

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsSpecific Safety Rules General Safety RulesSymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsService Product Specifications Assembly FeaturesInstalling the Vacuum Tubes Installing the Vacuum BAGAssembling the Blower Tubes See Figures 3Premium Exact MIX OperationApplications Mixing the FuelOperating the Blower Starting and StoppingSee Figures 7 See Figures 9Cruise Control Throttle Lock Vacuum OperationWide Sweeper Nozzle High Velocity Throttle Trigger Maintenance General MaintenanceReplacing and Cleaning the AIR Filter Spark Arrestor Cleaning the Exhaust Port and MufflerFuel CAP Spark PlugDealer. See Figure TroubleshootingSpeed. See Figure NeedleLimited Warranty Statement WarrantyMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Accessories Call US FirstThis Product WAS Manufactured with a Catalyst Muffler California Proposition Model NumberHomelite Consumer PRODUCTS, INC