Filling The Fuel Tank - Bolens BL410 Operator's Manual

OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons
for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh,
clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for
the proper fueVoil mixture.
Definition of Bmended Fuels
Today's fueis are often a Mend of gasoiine and
oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether).
Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the fue[ can make rue[ and oi[ separate, it forms
acids when stored, When using alcohol-blended fuel,
use fresh rue[ (Hessthan 60 days oid).
Using Bmended Fuems
if you choose to use a Mended fuel or its use is
unavoidabb, follow recommended precautions:
• AJways use the fresh fuel mix explained in your
operator's manual
• Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit
, Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing
the unit
Using Fuem Additives
The bottle of 2-cycb oil that came with your unit
contains a fuel additive which will help inhibit corrosion
and minimize the formation of gum deposits. It is
recommended that you use our 2-cycb oil with this unit.
If unavailable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed for
air-coobd engines along with a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIL" Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent, Add 0.8 oz.
(23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the
instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives
directly to the unit's fuel tank,
, For proper engine
• operation and
maximum reliability, pay strict attention to
the oil and fuel mixing instructions on the
2-cycle oil container, Using improperly mixed
fuel can severely damage the engine,
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UNLEADED GAS
1 GALLON US
(S.8LITERS)
1 LITER
MiXiNG RATIO - 40:1
2 CYCLE OIL
3.2 FL OZ.
(95 ram)
zs mm
WARNING: Gaso,ine is
extremely
flammable, ignited Vapors may explode.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool
the fuel tank. Do not smoke
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap
slowly to avoid injury
from fuel spray. Never operate the unit
without the fuel cap securely in place,
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean,
well ventilated
outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel
until fuel vapors dissipate.
NOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/oil mix in accordance to
Federal, State and Local regulations.
FiLLiNG THE FUEL TANK
Make sure the cultivator is in a horizontal position when
filling or adding fuel to the tank.
Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil
with unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1
fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel
tank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixing
ratios.
NOTE: One gallon (3.8 liters) of unleaded gasoline mixed
with one 3.2 oz. (95 ml.) bottle of
2-cycle oil makes a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio.
Fig. 5