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P R E P A R I N G FOR OPERATION
Fuel a n d oil mixture
This
product
is
powered
by
a two-cycle
e n g i n e
and requires pre-mixing gasoline and two-cycle engine
011
Inspect the fuel tank and
f i l l
with clean, fresh
fuel
and
oil of the proper
rrtxture
to
assure the
longer life
of the
tool Use the following
mixed
gas
Gasoline
Genuine Makita Two-cycle
engine oil
=
50
1
or
Gasoline Other manufacturer's Two-cycle engine oil
=
25 1
recommended
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FOR CALIFORNIA REGULATION:
THIS EQUIPMENT IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON GASOLINE
+
TWO-CYCLE ENGINE OIL
WHEN MIXING GASOLINE WITH TWO-CYCLE
ENGINE OIL,USE ONLY GASOLINE WHICH CONTAINS NO
ETHANOL OR METHANOL (TYPES OF ALCOHOL). THIS
WILL
HELP TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO
ENGINE FUEL LINES A N D OTHER ENGINE PARTS.
DO NOT MIX GASOLINE A N D OIL DIRECTLY IN THE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT: Failure
to follow
groper fuel mix instructions may cause damage to
t h e
engine.
CAUTION:
1 .
When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount needed for the job you are
to
do. Do not use
fuel
mixture that has been stored longer t h a n tbvo months. Fuel mixture stored longer than this will cause hard
starting and poor performance, I f fuel mix has been stored longer than
this
time, it should be removed
and replaced
with
a fresh mixture.
2.
Never-
f i l l
the fuel tank to the very top
3. Never add
fuel
to the tank in a closed, unventilated area.
4
Do no: add fuel to
this
unit close to an open fire or sparks
5. Be
sure to wipe off
spilled
fuel before attempting to start the engine
6.
Do not attempt to refuel a hot engine.
Check
points
before operation
1 .
Check for loose bolts, nuts and fittings.
2.
Check the
air
cleaner for dirt. Clean t h e air filter of all dirt, etc. before operation
3.
Check to be sure that protector
is
securely in place.
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