Makita RBL500 Instruction Manual page 8

FUELS/REFUELLING
Handling petroleum products
Utmost care is required when handling fuel. Fuel may contain
substances similar to solvents. Refuel either in a well ventilated area or
outdoors. Do not inhale fuel vapors, avoid any contact of fuel or oil with
your skin.
Mineral oil, fuel, etc., product degrease your skin. If skin comes in
contact with these substances repeatedly or for an extended period of
time, various skin diseases may result. In addition, allergic reactions
are known to occur. Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil, fuel etc.
If oil, fuel, etc., comes into your eyes, immediately wash them with clear
water. If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immediately!
FUEL AND OIL MIXTURE
This product is powered by two-stroke engine and requires pre-mixing
gasoline and two-stroke oil.
Inspect the fuel tank and fill with clean, fresh fuel and oil of the proper mixture to assure the longer life of the tool. Use the following mixed gas.
Gasoline: Makita genuine two-stroke engine oil = 50: 1 or
Gasoline: Other manufacturer's two-stroke engine oil = 25:1
recommended
FOR CALIFORNIA REGULATION:
THIS EQUIPMENT IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON GASOLINE + TWO-STROKE ENGINE OIL
WHEN MIXING GASOINE WITH TWO-STROKE ENGINE OIL, USE ONLY GASOLINE WHICH CONTAINS NO ETHANOL OR
METHANOL(TYPES OF ALCOHOL). THIS WILL HELP TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO ENGINE FUEL LINES AND OTHER ENGINE
PARTS. MIX FUEL IN CONTAINER APPROVED FOR GASOLINE. DO NOT MIX GASOLINE AND OIL DIRECTLY IN THE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT:
Failure to follow proper fuel mix instructions may cause damage to the engine.
CAUTION:
• When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount needed for the job you are to do. Do not use fuel mixture that has been stored longer
than two months. Fuel mixture stored longer than this will cause hard starting and poor performance. If fuel mix has been stored
longer than this time, it should be removed and filled with a fresh mixture.
• Never fill the fuel tank to the very top.
• Never add fuel to the tank in a closed unventilated area.
• Do not add fuel to this unit close to an open fire or sparks.
• Be sure to wipe off spilled fuel before attempting to start the engine.
• Do not attempt to refuel a hot engine.
Refuelling
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before refuelling.
• Thoroughly clean the area around the fuel filler cap to prevent dirt from
getting into the fuel tank.
• Unscrew the fuel filler cap and fill the tank with fuel.
• Tightly screw on the fuel filler cap.
• Clean the fuel filler cap and tank after refuelling!
Wipe up any fuel spillage.
Storage of Fuel
Fuel cannot be stored for an unlimited period of time. Purchase only
the quantity required for a 4 week operating period. Only use approved
fuel storage containers.
WARNING!
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the
fuel.
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