Preparing For Operation - Makita RBC25A Instruction Manual

PREPARING FOR OPERATION
Fuel and oil mixture
Inspect the fuel tank and
fill
with clean, fresh fuel
of
the proper mixture to a s s u r e 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
FOR CALIFORNIA REGULATION:
THIS EQUIPMENT I S 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 T O AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO
ENGINE FUEL LINES AND OTHER ENGINE PARTS.
DO NOT MIX GASOLINE AND
OIL
DIRECTLY
IN
THE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT:
Failure
to follow
proper fuel mix instructions may cause damage
to the engine.
CAUTION:
1.
When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount needed for the
job
you are to
do.
Do not u s e fuel
mixture that h a s been stored longer than
two
months. Fuel mixture stored longer than this will c a u s e hard
starting and poor performance.
If
fuel mix h a s been stored longer than this time, it should
be
removed
and replaced with a fresh mixture.
2.
Never
fill
the
fuel
tank to the very top.
3. Never add fuel to the tank in
a closed, unventilated area.
4.
Do not
add
fuel to this unit
close
to a n 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 the air filter of all
dirt,
etc. before operation.
3.
Check
to b e sure that protector is securely in place.
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