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Handling fuel
Utmost care is required when handling fuel. Fuel may contain substances
similar to solvents. Refuel either in a well ventilated room or outdoors. Do not
inhale fuel vapors, avoid any contact of fuel or oil with your skin.
Mineral oil products degrease your skin. If your skin comes in contact with
these substances repeatedly and for an extended period of time, it will
desiccate. Various skin diseases may result. In addition, allergic reactions
may occur. Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil comes into your
eyes, immediately wash them with clear water. If your eyes are still irritated,
see a doctor immediately.
Fuel and oil mixture
Inspect the fuel tank and fill with clean, fresh fuel of the proper
mixture to assure the longer life of the tool.
Use the following mixed gas.
Gasoline : MAKITA genuine two-stroke engine oil = 50 : 1 or
Gasoline : Other Maker’s Two-stroke engine oil = 25:1
FUELS/REFUELING
When mixing gasoline with two-stroke engine oil. use only unleaded gasoline
which contains no ethanol, or methanol (type of alcohol).
This will help to avoid possible damage to engine fuel lines and other engine
parts.
Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow proper fuel mix instructions may cause damage
to the engine.
CAUTION: 1. When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount needed for
the job you aref to do.
Do not use fuel mixture that has been stored longer than two
months.
Fuel mixture stored longer than two months will cause hard
starting and poor performance.
If fuel mixture has been stored longer than this time, if should be
removed and filled with a fresh mixture.
2.
Never fill the fuel tank to the very top.
3.
Never add the fuel to the tank in a closed unventilatede area.
4.
Do not add fuel to this unit close to an open fire or sparks.
5.
Be sure to wipe off spilled fuel before attempting to start the
engine.
6. Do not attempt to refuel a hot engine.
Check points before operation
1.
Check for loose bolts, nuts and fittings.
2.
Check the air cleaner for dirt. Clean the air filter of all dirt, etc. before
operation
3.
Check to be sure that protector is securely in place.
Refueling
The engine must be switched off.
– Thoroughly clean the area around the fuel filler cap (2), to prevent dirt from
getting into the fuel tank (1).
– Unscrew the fuel filler cap (2) and fill the tank with fuel.
– Tightly screw on the fuel filler cap (2).
– Clean screw fuel filler cap (2) and tank after refueling.
Storage of Fuel
Fuel cannot be stored for an unlimited period of time.
Purchase only the quantity required for a 4 week operating period. Only use
approved fuel storage containers.
Observe the Safety Instructions on page 4 !
FOR CALIFORNIA REGULATION:
THIS EQUIPMENT IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON GA TWO STROKE OIL
