OPERATION

WARNING:

Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting the engine. DO NOT SMOKE! Stay away from open flames or sparks. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

FUEL AND REFUELING 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.

nAlways handle fuel with care; it is highly flam- mable.

nAlways refuel outdoors and do not inhale fuel vapors.

nDo not let gasoline or lubricant come in contact with skin.

nKeep gasoline and lubricant away from the eyes.

If gasoline or lubricant comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor immediately.

nClean up spilled fuel immediately.

Refer to Refueling in the Specific Safety Rules section of this manual for additional safety infor- mation.

MIXING THE FUEL

nThis product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubri- cant. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container approved for gasoline.

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

■n Do not use any type of pre-mixed gasoline/lubri- cant from fuel service stations, this includes the pre-mixed gasoline/lubricant intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.

■n Use a high quality 2-cycle self-mixing lubricant for air-cooled engines. Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard lubricant.

■n Mix 2% lubricant into the gasoline. This is a 50:1 ratio.

nMix the fuel thoroughly and each time before fueling.

■n Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than usable in a 30-day period. A 2-cycle lubricant containing a fuel stabilizer is recom- mended.

PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)

GASOLINE

LUBRICANT

1 Gallon (US)

2.6 oz.

1 Liter

20 cc (20 ml)

OXYGENATED FUELS

DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are not covered under warranty.

Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume (commonly referred to as E10) or 15% ethanol by volume (commonly referred to as E15) are acceptable. E85 is not.

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RY10518, RY10520 specifications

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