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11
Operation
Mixing the fuel
This product is powered by a 2 stroke engine
and requires pre-mixing petrol and 2 stroke oil.
The oil mix should be 25:1. Never mix petrol
and oil directly in the engine tank.
Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle
use with an Octane rating of 87 ( [R + M] / 2) or
higher. Purchase fuel from a reputable fuel
supplier.
Use the mixing container provided to mix the oil
and petrol in the correct quantities.
Petrol Oil
500 ml 20ml
1 litre 40ml
2 litres 80ml
3 litres 120ml
4 litres 160ml
5 litres 200ml
Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs.
Fuel should not be stored for more than 30 days.
Follow these steps to mix the fuel:
1. Use the container provided for mixing fuel.
2. Mix the 2 stroke engine oil with unleaded
petrol in the container provided at the rate
of 25 parts petrol to 1 part oil.
3. Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time
before re-fuelling.
4. Mix in small quantities. Do not mix more
fuel that you expect to use within a 30 day
period.
5. Store fuel only in a clean, safe, approved
container for petrol – not the fuel mixing
bottle provided.
Follow these steps to fill the tank:
1. Clean the surface around the fuel tank to
prevent contamination.
2. Loosen the fuel cap by turning it counter
clockwise.
3. Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
4. Clean and inspect the gasket.
NOTE: Replace the fuel cap if the gasket is
damaged.
5. Install the fuel cap and tighten it by turning
it clockwise.
Always stop the engine before filling
the tank. Never add fuel to a
machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 9m away from
the refuelling site before starting the
engine. Do not smoke while filling the
tank.
Filling the Tank
6. Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
7. Move at least 9 metres away before
starting the product.
NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit
smoke during use.
Check for fuel leaks. If you find any
leaks, correct the problem before
using the product.
Petrol is extremely flammable and
explosive. A fire or explosion from
petrol will burn you and others.
DANGER:
WARNING:
WARNING:
25:1