MIXING THE FUEL
MOTOR
FUEL: MIX AT 40:1 ONLY
IMPORTANT.
Use good quality air cooled 2-stroke engine oil.
This product is powered by a 2-stroke engine and requires pre-mixing fuel with
2-stroke oil.
1. Use fresh unleaded petrol. You must use 2-stroke oil specifically made for heavily stressed
two-stroke engines.
2. Mix the petrol and oil in an approved container. Never mix fuel directly in the line trimmer fuel
tank. Use the fuel mixing bottle included with this product.
NOTE.
Mixing has been made easy by including markings on the container included. For example, if
unleaded fuel is filled to the ‘400’ mark in the “GAS” column of the container, place oil in the container
until it reaches the next mark (in the 40:1 OIL markings of the container). Therefore, 400ml of fuel would
mean 10ml of oil must be added.
WARNING.
Never use any type of pre-mixed fuel/oil direct from fuel stations. This may include special
blends intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.
3. Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before fuelling.
4. Always pre-mix in small quantities. Never mix quantities larger than what will be used in a 30-
day period.
NOTE.
The mixing bottle provided is NOT for the storage of fuel. This container is solely for mixing of
fuel only.
WARNING!:
Ensure to keep this container in a safe storage location, empty of fuel and out of reach of
children.
FILLING THE TANK
WARNING.
Always shut off the engine before fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running
or hot engine. Move at least 9 m (30 ft.) away from the refuelling site before starting engine. Do not
smoke when refuelling or operating the line trimmer.
1. Place the line trimmer upright on the ground or on a sturdy bench and wipe any debris from
around the fuel cap.
2. Unscrew the fuel tank cap and pour the mixture into the tank with the aid of a funnel.
3. Be careful not to spill any mixture. If this happens, wipe the spill with a clean rag.
4. Start the engine at least nine metres (30ft) away from the area where the fuel tank has been
filled up in order to avoid any risk of fire.
WARNING!:
• Always use extreme care when handling fuel! Fuel is highly flammable.
• Never attempt to fuel the line trimmer if the fuel system components are damaged or are
leaking.
• Never attempt the refuel the engine while it is running or still warm, allow it to cool before
fuelling.
• Never smoke or light any fires near the line trimmer or fuels.
• Always transport and store fuels in an approved container.
• Never place flammable material close to the engine muffler.
• Never operate the line trimmer without a properly functioning muffler and spark plug cover in
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stalled.
• Never operate the line trimmer unless it is properly assembled and in good working condition.
• Do not use petrol which contains ethanol or methanol as it may damage the fuel lines and other
engine parts.
• Mix only enough fuel for your immediate needs. Do not store pre-mixed fuel.
40:1