Pre-Operation; Fuel - Echo GT-201 Operator's Manual

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FUEL

Fuel Requirements
Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [
gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may contain up to 10%
Ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether).
Gasohol containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved.
Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD
13738) and JASO FC standards, must be used. Echo brand Premium 50:1
oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrica-
tion caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and JASO FC certified oil,
such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the two-stroke
engine warranty. (Emission related parts only are covered for two
years, regardless of two-stroke oil used, per the statement listed in the
California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation.)
Mixing - Follow directions on the oil container.
Handling Fuel
WARNING
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or
handling, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT smoke near fuel.
• DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps
slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT!
• NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running.
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors
over bare ground.
• Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or
operate unit until leakage is repaired.
IMPORTANT
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some
states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to
reduce fuel spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering
information.
R + M ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline or
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