SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER

OIL AND PETROL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Old and/or improperly mixed fuel is the main reason for improper unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded petrol. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper petrol/oil mixture.

Definition of Blended Fuels

Today's fuels are often a blend of fuel and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether). Alcohol- blended petrol absorbs water. As little as 1% water in the petrol can make petrol and oil separate. It forms acids when stored. When using alcohol-blended petrol, use fresh petrol (less than 60 days old).

Using Blended Fuels

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

•Always use fresh fuel mix per your operator's manual

•Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit

•Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit

Using Petrol Additives

The bottle of 2-cycle oil that came with your unit contains a petrol additive which will help inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. It is recommended that you use only our 2-cycle oil with this unit.

If unavailable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed for air- cooled engines along with a petrol additive, such as STA-BIL®petrol stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 23 ml (0.8 oz) of petrol additive per gallon of petrol according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add petrol additives directly to the unit's petrol tank.

CAUTION: For proper engine operation and maximum reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and petrol mixing instructions on the

2-cycle oil container. Using improperly mixed fuel can severely damage the engine.

Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with unleaded petrol in a separate petrol can. Use a 40:1 petrol/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel tank. See the table below for specific petrol and oil mixing ratios.

NOTE: 3.8 liters (1 gallon) of unleaded petrol mixed with one 95 ml (3.2 oz) bottle of 2-cycle oil makes a 40:1 petrol/oil ratio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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UNLEADED PETROL

 

 

2 CYCLE OIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.8 LITERS

 

 

95 ml
(1 GALLON US)

 

 

(3.2 FL. OZ)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 LITER

 

 

25 ml

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIXING RATIO - 40:1

WARNING: Petrol 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.

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

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

NOTE: Dispose of the old petrol/oil mix in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.

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