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FUEL
Fuel Requirements
Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [ ] (mid grade or higher)
gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain
up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol
containing methyl (wood) alcohol is NOT approved.
Two Stroke Oil - A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-
EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FC Standards, must be
used. Echo brand Premium 50:1 oil meets these standards.
Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by
failure to use an ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. FC certified oil,
such as Echo Premium 50:1 Two-stroke Oil, will void the
two-stroke engine warranty. (Emission related parts only
are covered for two years, regardless of two-stroke oil
used, per the statement listed in the California Emission
Defect Warranty Explanation.)
IMPORTANT
Echo Premium 2-Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50:1
ratio for application in all Echo engines sold in the
past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
Mixing Instructions
1.
Fill an approved fuel container with half of the
required amount of gasoline.
2.
Add 2-stroke oil to gasoline.
3.
Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4.
Add remaining gasoline and remix.
5.
Install fuel container cap and wipe any spilled fuel
from container and surrounding area.
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Handling Fuel
WARNING
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or
handling or serious personal injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT smoke near fuel.
• DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel
caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT!
• NEVER refuel a unit with the engine running.
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks out-
doors over bare ground.
• Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or
operate unit until leakage is repaired.
IMPORTANT
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon
emissions. Some states may require the use of
automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel
spillage. Contact your ECHO dealer for ordering
information.
After Refueling -
•
Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.
•
Move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before
starting.
After use -
•
DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can
occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage
container.
Storage -
Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local
government for the laws affecting your area. As a precau-
tion, store fuel in an approved, air tight container. Store in
a well ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks
and flames. Do not store fuel longer than 30 days.
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.
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake
fuel container thoroughly before each use.
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