Operation; Fuel - Shindaiwa EB633RT Owner's/Operator's Manual

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WARNING
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all
openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Blower housing may contain shredder blades and
other sharp edges that can cause serious injuries if touched, even if engine is off and blades are not moving. Wear
gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.
WARNING
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to
prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention require-
ments.
NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor
performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Storage
section of this manual.

fuel

WARNING
Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements
are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance
problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited
to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets,
carburetors and other engine components.
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.
For increased engine protection, Shindaiwa recommends using Shindaiwa Red Armor
from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life. Shindaiwa Red Armor
oil exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements.
IMPORTANT
Shindaiwa One 2-Stroke oil or Red Armor
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daiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel
stabilizer is added. Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or stale fuel, may cause hard starting, poor performance,
or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Long Term Storage
section of this manual.
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engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Shin-
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engine oil to protect the engine
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engine
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