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OXYGENATED FUELS
Some conventional gasolines are blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions.
If using an oxygenated fuel, make sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating require- ments. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel’s contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump. The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates:
Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name “Gasohol.” Do not use
E85 fuel.
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) 15% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by volume.
Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) 5% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the product or your fuel system.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygen- ated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates stated previously are not covered under warranty.
FILLING THE fuel TANK
See Figure 2.
nClean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contamination.
nLoosen the fuel cap slowly.
nCarefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
nPriortoreplacingthefuelcap,cleanandinspectthe gasket.
nImmediately 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.
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MIX | LUBRICANT | 50:1 |
Fig. 2
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