Black Max BM254BV Operator's Manual page 12

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is suf-
ficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can
start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be
required. The operator should contact local fire agencies
for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention require-
ments.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
 Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn
 Keep decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
 Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
FUELING AND REFUELING
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline will burn you and others. Always
shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine
with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from
refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke and
stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure to safely
handle fuel could result in serious personal injury.
Fuel Mixture
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unlead-
ed gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean con-
tainer approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger
than usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Note: We recommend you use high-quality synthetic 2-cycle
lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
OPERATION
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
FILLING THE TANK
 Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
 Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclockwise.
 Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
 Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
 Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
 Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
 Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) away from refueling area before
starting the product.
Note: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new en-
gine during first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to
a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least
30 ft (9 m). from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks.
Failure to safely handle fuel could result in serious per-
sonal injury.
OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15, E20, or E85 fuel (or fuel containing
greater than 10% ethanol) in this product. It is a viola-
tion of federal law and will damage the unit and void
your warranty.
Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentage of oxygenates stated below are not
covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15, E20, and
E85 are not.
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GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
2.6 oz. (76 ml)