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© 4/2016 ECHO Inc.
SHC-225/S
OPERATION
Fuel
Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-85
(85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are
NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of
diesel or 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. Diesel or 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. ECHO brand Power Fuel
™
is 93 octane, ethanol-free
fuel premixed with ECHO Red Armor
®
engine oil at 50:1 ratio. Use of ECHO
Power Fuel
™
is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke
and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines.
Two Stroke Oil
- A two-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738)
and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. Echo brand premium Power Blend
X
™
Universal 2-Stroke Oil meets these standards. Engine problems due to
inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738)
and J.A.S.O. M345-FD certified oil, such as Echo premium Power Blend X
™
,
will void the two-stroke engine warranty.
Echo premium Power Blend X
™
Universal 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.
Handling Fuel
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or
handling, or serious personal injury may result.
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Use an approved fuel container.
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DO NOT smoke near fuel.
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DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
