Echo shindaiwa FH235 Operator's Manual page 14

OPERATION
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 brand Power Fuel
premixed with ECHO Red Armor
extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines.
Two Stroke Mixture Oil - A 2-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD
standards must be used. Shindaiwa Red Armor
standard and is specifically formulated for use in all Shindaiwa 2-stroke engines. Engine problems due to
inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD
certified oil will void the engine warranty.
Shindaiwa Red Armor TM
the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
Handling Fuel
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 or RUNNING!
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
• DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is
repaired.
• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine.
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® engine oil at 50:1 ratio. Use of ECHO Power Fuel
engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in
™
TM 2-Stroke Oil is strongly recommended as it meets this
is 93 octane, ethanol-free fuel
™ is recommended to
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