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WARNING: If 2-cycle lubricant other than Talon Custom Lubricant is to be used, it must be premium grade
oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines mixed at a 30:1 ratio. Do not use any 2-cycle oil product with a
recommended mixing ratio of 100:1. If insufficient lubrication is the cause of engine damage, it voids the
manufacturer’s engine warranty.
4.2 Mixing fuel
Add oil to an approved fuel container followed by the WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids
gasoline to allow incoming gasoline to mix with oil. engine warranty. Gasoline
Shake container to ensure a thorough mix. and oil must be mixed at 30:1.
4.2.1 Fuel and lubrication symbols
4.2.2 Fuel and lubrication symbols
GASOLINE
30:1
Mixing Ratio
30 parts Gasoline to 1 Part Lubricant
Fig.8
4.2.3 Recommended fuels
Some conventional gasoline are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean
air standards. The engine is designed to operate satisfactorily on any gasoline for automotive use including
oxygenated gasoline.
4.3 Precautions for fuelling
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Always use extreme care when handling fuel! Fuel is highly flammable.
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Never attempt to fuel the blower if the fuel system components are damaged or are leaking.
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Never attempt to refuel the engine while it is running or still warm, allow it to cool before fuelling.
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Never smoke or light any fires near the blower or fuels.
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Always transport and store fuels in an approved container.
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Never place flammable material close to the engine muffler.
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Never operate the blower without a properly functioning muffler and spark arrestor installed.
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Never operate the blower unless it is properly assembled and in good working condition.
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Do not use petrol which contains ethanol or methanol as it may damage the fuel lines and other engine parts.
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Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs. If fuel must be stored longer than 30 days, it should first be
treated with a stabilizer or similar product.
5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 Starting a cold engine
1. Make sure ignition switch (A) is in the ON (I) position (Fig.9).
2. Pump primer bulb 10x by pressing on the bulb (D) (Fig.10).
3. Your unit is designed with a 2 position choke: FULL CHOKE “ “and RUN “ “. Move choke lever to
position FULL CHOKE “ “(Fig.11).
4. With the unit on the ground, hold the top assist handle and step on the bottom of the frame with one foot.
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