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9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fuel
Filling The Fuel Tank
WARNING
• Always shut off the engine before fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 3m
away from the re-fuelling site before starting engine. Do not smoke when re-fuelling or operating the blower.
• Use 2-stroke fuel, do not use fuel that is more than 2-3 months old. Empty the tank during longer breaks and fill it up
again as soon as you wish to use the blower again.
Note
It is normal for smoke to be emitted frim a new engine during and after first use.
1.
Place the blower upright on the ground or on a sturdy bench and wipe any debris from around the fuel cap.
2.
Unscrew the fuel tank cap (See Fig. 11) and pour the fuel into the tank (See Fig. 12). Be careful not to spill any fuel. If
this happens,wipe the spill with a clean rag.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
3. Start the engine at least three metres away from the area where the fuel tank has been filled up in order to avoid any
risk of fire.
• Danger of fire and burn injuries.
• Always use extreme care when handling fuel! Fuel is highly flammable.
• Never attempt to fuel the blower if the fuel system components are damaged or are leaking.
• Never attempt to refuel the engine while it is running or still warm, allow it to cool before fuelling.
• Never smoke or light any fires near the blower or fuels.
• Aways transport and store fuels in an approved container.
• Never place flammable material close to the engine muffler.
• Do not use petrol which contains ethanol or methanol as it may damage the fuel lines and other engine parts.
• If fuel must be stored longer than 30 days, it should first be treated with a stabilizer or similar product.