Operation; Preparing Engine For Starting - BBT -PHD-71CC Owner's Manual

Preparing Engine for Starting

Fuel and Oil
Quality
To operate the engine, we recommend using 2 stroke fuel
and oil mix to ensure that the engine operates correctly
throughout the life of the engine.
Use unleaded regular 95 or 98 grade petrol only.
Mixture
Run earth auger with a 25:1 ratio
FUEL 2 STROKE OIL
2.5 litres
5 litres
Do not alter/modify engine or auger.
Avoid injury! Never alter or modify the engine from the factory. Serious injury or death may occur if engine is modified
or altered.
Avoid injury! When working on, or replacing parts for the engine or auger you must always disconnect spark plug wire
from the spark plug and keep it away from the spark plug.
Avoid injury! Always wear hearing protection while operating engine.
Avoid injury! Please do not start your auger until you have read the previous section of this manual. If you have read
these and follow the steps below to start your auger.
Avoid injury! Never store engine with fuel in the tank indoors. Fuel and fuel vapours are highly flammable.
Avoid injury! Never mix fuel and oil directly in engine fuel tank. Use only non-metal, portable approved fuel containers.
Avoid injury! An adult must always handle and fill the engine with fuel.
Avoid injury! Always handle fuel in a well ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames or sparks.
IMPORTANT: this engine uses a fuel/oil mixture. Do not run on straight fuel only, as this will cause engine damage.
Filling Fuel Tank
1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool
before refilling the fuel tank.
2. Move to a well ventilated area, outdoors, away from
flames and sparks.
3. Clean debris from area around the fuel cap.
4. Loosen fuel cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean, dry
surface.
BBT-PHD-71CC

OPERATION

RATIO
100ml 25:1
200ml 25:1
Mixing Fuel and Filling Fuel Tank
Mixing Fuel
1. Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well
ventilated area.
2. Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel.
3. Add recommended amount of 2 stroke oil.
4. Screw container cap on straight and tight.
5. Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.
6. Unscrew fuel cap slowly to vent, add the remainder of
fuel requirements.
7. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate
before moving or transporting.
CAUTION
5. Carefully add fuel without spilling.
6. Do not fill fuel tank completely full, allow space for fuel
to expand.
7. Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off
spilled fuel and allow to dry before starting engine.
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