Homelite ut09526 Operator's Manual page 10

NOTE: We recommend you use Ethanol Shield 2-cycle
lubricant, Homelite premium 2-cycle lubricant, or an equiv-
alent high-quality synthetic 2-cycle lubricant in this prod-
uct. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter)
FILLING THE TANK
 Clean surface around the fuel cap to prevent contamination.
 Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
 Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
 Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
 Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
 Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
 Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel
cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and
only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, allow to cool
for at least five minutes before adding fuel. Immediately
replace fuel cap after fueling and tighten securely. Move
at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire
and cause serious personal injury.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figure 3.
Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
 Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Set choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
 Set the throttle lever to the FULL (
 Pull the starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts
to run (no more than 4 pulls).
 Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not
pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times.
OPERATION
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat the steps that follow.
 Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the RUN position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
 To stop the engine, set the throttle lever to the STOP position
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HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:
LUBRICANT
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
2.6 oz. (76 ml)
 Set the throttle lever to the FULL (
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED STARTING THIS
PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-242-4672
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figure 4.
NOTICE:
Always operate your product in compliance with all ap-
plicable laws and ordinances.
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed or
the air inlet cover securely closed. Use of an improperly
assembled unit could result in serious personal injury.
 Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in
your right hand.
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris or
gravel. Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent
resulting in possible damage to the unit and could result
in serious personal injury.
Always hold the blower away from your body with the
handle in your right hand when operating, keeping clear-
) position.
ance between your body and the product. The muffler
side of the blower should be away from your body. Any
contact with the housing can result in burns and/or other
serious personal injury.
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