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Figure 10
Lawn-Boy Generation II 2-Cycle Oil is formulated
specifically for Lawn-Boy two-cycle engines and is
available from your Lawn-Boy retailer. Using Lawn-Boy
Generation II 2-Cycle Oil regularly will help keep your
engine clean, reduce spark plug fouling, piston ring
sticking, and pre-ignition. It also minimizes varnish
buildup, combustion chamber deposits, and exhaust port
blockage.
Substitute oils may produce more exhaust smoke, require
more frequent engine service, and reduce engine life.
Note: Failing to use the proper oil or the 32:1
gasoline-to-oil mixture ratio can result in serious engine
damage.
Add Lawn-Boy Generation II 2-Cycle Oil (Fig. 10) or an
equivalent oil to fresh, unleaded gasoline according to the
chart below:
32:1 Gasoline-to-Oil Ratio Mixing Chart
Gasoline
Oil
1 gallon (3.8 liters)
4 ounces (118 ml)
2 gallons (7.6 liters)
8 ounces (237 ml)
5 gallons (19 liters)
20 ounces (591 ml)
To properly mix the gasoline and oil:
1. Pour half of the desired amount of fresh, unleaded
gasoline into a clean, approved gasoline container.
2. Add the full amount of Lawn-Boy Generation II
2-Cycle Oil (Fig. 10) or an equivalent oil to the
gasoline.
3. Install the cap on the gasoline container.
4. Shake the gasoline-and-oil mixture thoroughly.
5. Slowly remove the cap and add the remaining amount
of gasoline.
Note: Do not mix gasoline and oil in the fuel tank. Oil at
room temperature mixes easier and more thoroughly than
cold oil. Oil below 32
°
F (0
°
C) requires additional mixing.
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1
2
3
Figure 11
1.
Add oil to half of the
gasoline
2.
Install the cap and shake
the can to mix
3.
Add the remaining amount
of gasoline
Important
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
gasoline/oil mix must have room to expand.
Important
Do not use fuel additives except a fuel
stabilizer during storage. Do not use fuel stabilizers
with an alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or
isopropanol. You do not need a stabilizer if you use
Lawn-Boy Generation II 2-Cycle Oil (Fig. 10).
6. Clean around the fuel cap (Fig. 12).
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1
2
Figure 12
1.
Fuel cap
2.
Primer
7. Remove the fuel cap and fill the fuel tank with the
gasoline-and-oil mixture to within 1/4 inch (6 mm)
from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler
neck.
8. Install the fuel cap securely and wipe up any spilled
fuel.
