Pre-Operation; Fuel - Echo PB-2155 Operator's Manual

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FUEL

Fuel Requirements --
• Fuel is a mixture of regular grade petrol and an air-cooled 2-stroke
engine oil of reputable brand name. Minimum 89 Octane unleaded
petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol
or more than 10 % of ethyl alcohol.
• Recommended mixture ratio; 50 : 1 (2%) for ISO-L-EGD Standard
(ISO/CD 13738), JASO FC grade and ECHO Premium 50 : 1 oil.
Mixing - Follow directions on the oil container.
Handling Fuel --
WARNING
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or
handling or 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.
After Refuelling -
- Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.
- Move at least 3 m from refuelling location before starting.
After use -
- DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return
unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
Storage -
Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for
the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved,
air tight container. Store in a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away
from sparks and flames. Do not store fuel longer than 30 days.
DANGER
MINIMUM 3 m
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