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OPERATION
OPERATION
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep
hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always
stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions,
clearing debris, or servicing unit.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires
around dry vegitation.This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to
prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters
can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other
hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations
regarding fire prevention requirements.
Fuel
Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85
(85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are
NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of
diesel or alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss
of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine
operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch
engagement. Diesel or alternative fuels may also cause premature
deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine
components.
Fuel Requirements
Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be
good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15%
MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood
™
alcohol) is NOT approved. ECHO brand Power Fuel
is 93 octane, ethanol-free
®
fuel premixed with ECHO Red Armor
engine oil at 50:1 ratio. Use of ECHO
™
Power Fuel
is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke
and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines.
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