6
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This engine is certifi ed to operate on unleaded petrol
intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of
87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher.
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Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/oil from fuel
service stations, This includes the pre-mixed petrol/oil
intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.
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Use synthetic 2-stroke oil only.
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Mix 2% oil into the petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.
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Mix the fuel thoroughly and alsoeach time before
refueling.
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Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger
than usable in a 30 day period. A synthetic 2-stroke oil
containing a fuel stabilizer is recommended.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK (FIG. 2)
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Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
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Loosen the fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
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Carefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
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Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
o-ring.
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Immediately replace the fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe
up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m (30 ft) away from refueling
site before starting engine.
NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke during and
after the fi rst use.
ADDING BAR AND CHAIN OIL
See Figure 3.
Use Ryobi Bar and Chain Oil. It is designed for chains
and chain oilers, and is formulated to perform over a wide
temperature range with no dilution required. Chain saw
should use approximately one tank of oil per tank of fuel.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used, or otherwise contaminated
oils. Damage may occur to the oil pump, bar, or chain.
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Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the oil tank.
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Fill the oil tank every time you fuel the engine.
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
suffi cient to infl ict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
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Basic limbing, felling, and woodcutting
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Removing buttress roots
FUEL AND REFUELING
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY
WARNING
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to
a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least
9 m. from refueling site before starting the engine. DO
NOT SMOKE! Failure to heed this warning can result
in possible personal injury.
WARNING
Check for fuel leaks. If any are found, correct them
before using the saw to prevent fi re or burn injury.
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Always handle fuel with care; it is highly fl ammable.
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Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and
fl ames. Do not inhale fuel vapour.
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Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with skin.
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Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately
with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor
immediately.
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Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
MIXING THE FUEL
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This product is powered by a 2-stroke engine and requires
pre-mixing petrol and synthetic 2-stroke oil. Pre-mix
unleaded petrol and synthetic 2-stroke engine oil in a
clean container approved for petrol.
OPERATION
1 Litre
+
20 ml
=
2 Litres
+
40 ml
=
3 Litres
+
60 ml
=
4 Litres
+
80 ml
=
5 Litres
+
100 ml
=
50:1
