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Section 4
Oiland Fuel
UNLEADED GAS
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2 C¥CI-E OI1-
i GALLON US
3i2 FL OZ
(95 _i1
MIXING RATIO
40:1
Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions
Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons
for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh,
dean unteaded fuel. Foilow the instructions carefully for
the proper fuelioiI mixture.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and
oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or M1BE (ether).
AIcohol-blended
fuet absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate, it forms
acids when stored. When using alcohol-blended
fuel,
use fresh fuet (less than 60 days old).
Using Blended Fuels
if you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is
unavoidable, follow recommended
precautions:
• Atways use the fresh fuel mix explained in your
operator's manual
•AIways
agitate the fuei mix before fueling the unit
• Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing
the unit
Using Fuel Additives
lhe bottie of 2-cycte oil that came with your unit
contains a fuel additive which wiii help inhibit corrosion
and minimize the formation of gum deposits, it is
recommended
that you use our 2-cycle oil with this unit.
if unavaiIable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed for
air-cooled engines aIong with a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIU _ Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 0.8 oz.
(23 mt.) of fuet additive per gallon of fuel according to the
instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives
directly to the unit's fuel tank.
For proper engine operation
and maximum
reliability, pay strict attention
to the oil and fuel
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 gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1
fuel/oit ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuet
tank. See the table below for specific gas and oit mixing
ratios.
NOTE: One gallon (3.8 liters) of unleaded gasoline
mixed with one 3.2 oz. (95 m/) bottle of
2-cycle off makes a 40:1 fuel/off ratio.
Gasoline 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.
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel
spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap
securely in place.
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated
area outdoors.
Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
Avoid
creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not
start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
NOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/off mix in accordance
to Federal, State and Local regulations.
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