Fuel - Echo PB-2520 Operator's Manual

OPERATION PB-2520
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can
start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped
with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles
from the engine. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a
poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious
injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS
position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face
and body.

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 Red Armor Fuel (Power Fuel ) is
®
93 octane, ethanol-free fuel premixed with ECHO Red Armor engine oil at
™ ™
50:1 ratio. Use of ECHO Red Armor Fuel (Power Fuel ) is recommended
to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines.
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