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difficulty because of the substances they contain. Sufficient agitation of the mixture is
essential to ensure proper operation over the life and power of the engine. If your fuel
mixture is not stirred sufficiently, the poor and inadequate mixture may increase the risk
of seizure.
e. Identify the can by locating it with a distinctive emblem in order to always know what is
there.
f.
Indicate the substances contained and the proportions of the mixture.
Filling the tank
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a. Unscrew the tank cap. Place the tank cap in a clean, dust-free place.
b. Fill the tank to 80% of its capacity.
c. Screw the fuel cap back on. Clean the fuel tank cap and the area around after filling
the fuel tank. Eliminate overfill of fuel mixture by rubbing.
NOTE
When filling, avoid:
OIL-FREE FUEL (PURE FUEL) - This can quickly cause serious damage to the
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interior of the engine components.
GASOHOL - may cause deformation of rubber or plastic parts and cause engine
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lubrication to stop.
OIL FOR 4-TIME ENGINES - causes clogging of the spark plug, clogs the
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exhaust channel or leads to seizure.
Fuel mixtures stored for more than one month may, if used, clog the carburetor and cause the
engine to malfunction.
If the unit is to be stored for an extended period of time, the tank must be cleaned after being
emptied. Leave the engine running to remove the remaining fuel from the carburetor.
Observe local regulations when disposing of used containers
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