Gardeo PRO GPTHT2560, Original Instructions Manual

Page: 47 / 67

47
●
Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine.
Mixing Instructions
●
Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.
●
Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline.
●
Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
●
Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some countries may require
the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
After use
Do not store a hedge trimmer with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel
to an approved fuel storage container.
Never drain the fuel tank in a confined room.
This should be done outdoors.
Storage
Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting
your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store in a
well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks and flames.
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.
Important: Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. Always shake fuel container
thoroughly before each use.
Starting cold engine
Note: The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover
before using the hedge trimmer.
1. Add fuel: always run this product with fuel, which is mixed with 2-stroke oil with ratio
40:1.
2. Set ignition switch (B) to the “I” position (ON position)
3. Press priming bulb several times until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel
tank return line.
4. Set the choke lever to the Cold start (closed) position.
5. Pull recoil starter briskly, when you hear the engine seems to start, return choke lever
to “I” position (ON position), then pull recoil starter briskly again until the engine runs,
then pull recoil starter briskly again until the engine runs.
6. After starting engine, allow engine run several minutes to warm up
7. After engine warm-up, press throttle trigger (D) gradually to get operating speed.
Note: If engine does not start, repeat instructions 4- 6.