OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION

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 or form acids when stored. Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using alcohol-blended fuel.

Using Blended Fuels

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

•Always use fresh unleaded gasoline

•Use the fuel additive STA-BIL®or an equivalent

•Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit

Using Fuel Additives

The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL®Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. 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 gas tank.

WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

FUELING THE UNIT

1.Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 4).

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.

2.Place the gas container’s spout into the fill hole on the fuel tank (Fig. 4) and fill the tank.

NOTE: Do not overfill the tank.

3.Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.

4.Reinstall the fuel cap.

Unleaded

Gasoline

Gas Can Spout

Fuel Cap

Fuel Tank

Fig. 4

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

NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal,

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 filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALL AND ADJUST THE J-HANDLE

The Y26SS is equipped with a J-handle.

1.Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamp pieces (Fig. 5).

2. While holding

Screws (4)

 

 

 

 

the 3 pieces

 

 

Decal

together, install

 

 

 

the 4 screws

 

 

 

through the top

 

 

J-Handle

clamp and into

 

 

Top Clamp

 

 

middle clamp.

 

Top

NOTE: The holes

Middle Clamp

 

 

Clamp

in the top and

Bottom Clamp

 

 

middle clamp

Nuts

 

will line up

 

 

 

Fig. 5

 

only when

 

 

assembled correctly.

 

 

3.Place the clamps and the J-handle over the shaft housing and onto the bottom clamp.

4.Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp recess with a finger. Start screws with a large Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the handle adjustment.

5.Slide the J-handle in or out until the arrow/white line on the decal touches the clamp assembly (Fig. 5). You must first loosen the screws if the handle is pre-installed.

6.While holding the unit in the operating position (Fig. 14), position the J-handle to the location that provides you the best grip.

7.Tighten the clamp screws evenly until tight.

State and Local regulations.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

 

Spark Arrestor

Spark

 

 

Plug

 

Muffler

 

 

Muffler Guard

 

 

Starter Rope Grip

Fuel

 

 

 

Shaft Grip

Cap

 

Throttle

 

 

Control

 

 

J-Handle

 

 

 

On/Off Stop

 

Choke

Control

 

 

 

Lever

Spark

 

 

Line

 

Plug

Air Filter

 

Cutting

Primer

Cover

Blade

Bulb

 

Shaft

 

 

Housing

 

 

 

Cutting

 

 

Attachment

 

 

Shield

 

Cutting

Oil Fill Plug / Dipstick

 

Attachment

 

 

 

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