Homelite CSP4520 - UT74127A manual Fuel and Refuelling, Handling the Fuel Safely, Mixing the Fuel

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Always turn off engine before refuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 9 m (25 ft.) from refuelling site before starting the engine. DO NOT SMOKE! Failure to heed this warning may result in possible personal injury.

FUEL AND REFUELLING

HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY

WARNING:

Check for fuel leaks. If any are found, correct them before using the saw to prevent fire or burn injury.

Always handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable. Always refuel outdoors and do not inhale fuel vapour. Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with skin.

Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor immediately.

Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

MIXING THE FUEL

This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing petrol and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded petrol and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean container approved

for petrol.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher.

Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/oil from fuel service stations. This includes the pre-mixed petrol/oil intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles etc.

Use a high quality 2-cycle self-mixing oil for air-cooled engines. Do not use motor vehicle oil or 2-cycle out- board oil.

Mix 2% oil into the petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.

Mix the fuel thoroughly and each time before refuelling.

Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than usable in a 30-day period. A 2-cycle oil containing a fuel stabiliser is recommended.

FILLING THE TANK

Refer to “Specific Safety Rules – Refuelling” earlier in this manual for additional safety information.

1.Clean the surface round fuel cap to prevent contamina- tion.

2.Loosen the fuel cap slowly.

3.Carefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage. See Figure 8.

4.Before replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.

5.Immediately replace the fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage.

NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke during and after the first use.

1 Litre

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20 ml

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2 Litres

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40 ml

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50:1

3 Litres

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60 ml

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4 Litres

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80 ml

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5 Litres

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100 ml

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesKeep ALL Parts of Your Body away from the saw General Precautions Specific Safety RulesSafety Apparel Basic Precautions in the CUTTING/ Work AreaPush and Pull Maintenance PrecautionsKICK-BACK Pull PushSymbol Name Explanation SymbolsSymbols Specifications Features Operation Understanding Your Chainsaw Safety DevicesSAFE-T-TIPANTI-KICK-BACK Nose Guard LOW KICK-BACK SAW ChainChain Brake KICK-BACK PrecautionsRUN Position Brake KICK-BACK Danger Zone RotationalHandling the Fuel Safely Fuel and RefuellingMixing the Fuel Filling the TankAdding OIL Brake Position Ignition Switch RUN Primer BulbStarting the Engine Starting a Cold Engine Stopping the Engine Ignition Switch Stop PositionStarting a Warm Engine Proper Grip on Handles Preparing for CuttingProper Cutting Stance Chain LineWork Area Precautions Basic OPERATING/CUTTING ProceduresAdjusting the Carburettor AIR FilterOperating the Chain Brake Adjusting Idling SpeedBrake Position RUN Position Keep Bystanders Away Felling Trees Hazardous ConditionsRetreat Path Planned Line of Fall Proper Procedure for Tree FellingRetreat Notch Approx /3 Diameter Trunk HingeHinge Back CUT WedgeBucking Removing Buttress RootsBucking with a Wedge Vertical CUT Loose Section Horizontal KICK-BACK WedgeOVER-BUCKING Bucking Logs Under StressUNDER-BUCKING LOG Supported AT ONE END Finishing CUTCutting Spring Poles Limbing and PruningLoad Second CUT Finishing CUT Spring PoleAssembling the BAR and Chain MaintenanceCutters Chain Tensioning Screw Chain Maintenance Adjusting the Chain TensionFlats on Drive Links Sharpening the Cutters Check for Wear or Damage LEFT-HAND Cutters RIGHT-HAND TOP Plate Filing Angle Maintaining Depth Gauge ClearanceSide Plate Angle Maintaining the Guide BAR Restore Original Shape by Rounding FrontMaintaining the SAFE-T-TIPNOSE Guard Lubricating HoleStarter Assembly Cleaning the AIR FilterMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Tighten 3/4 A TurnCleaning the Engine Cleaning the Starter UnitChecking the Fuel Filter Replacing the Sparking PlugChain Catcher Brake Band Clean the Chain Brake Cleaning the Spark Arresting SilencerChain Brake Storing the Chainsaw 1 Month or LongerProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingBAR and Chain Combinations Tions. See Figure Safety Directive WarrantyGuarantee Statement Rtsa / Rtuk / RTG EC Declaration of ConformityRyobi Technologies GmbH

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