GB
18
HP50E-A
Operating the engine
NOTE
Before starting up:
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Always perform a visual check. Do not oper-
ate the engine if the operating and/or fasten-
ing parts are loose, damaged, or worn.
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It is essential to fill with the petrol/oil mixture.
4.1
Check the general state of the engine
1. Check the engine for:
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Signs of a petrol leak on the exterior and
underside of the engine.
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Excessive dirt or foreign bodies
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Indications of damage
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Tightness of all nuts, bolts and screws
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Tight fitting and presence of all screens
and covers
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Damage or contamination of the air filter
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Fuel level
2. Eliminate any identified defects before start-
ing up.
4.2
Filling with fuel
WARNING! Danger of explosion and fire.
Petrol and oil are highly flammable. Fire can lead
to serious injuries.
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Only refill petrol and oil in the open and never
in the vicinity of naked flames or sources of
heat.
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Switch off the engine.
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Immediately renew the tank or tank cap if
damaged.
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Always close the fuel tank cap firmly.
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If petrol has leaked out:
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Do not start the engine.
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Avoid start attempts.
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Clean the engine.
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Spilled fuel can lead to damage to plastic
parts: Immediately wipe off fuel. The war-
ranty does not cover damage to plastic
parts caused by fuel.
Fuel information
The 2-stroke engine requires:
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Lead-free, fresh petrol with an octane rating
of at least 90. Petrol stored for longer than 2
months will lead to deposits and malfunctions
of the engine.
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High-quality synthetic oil for 2-stroke engines
Mix these two components to produce a petrol/oil
mixture of 50:1.
Information for independent mixing of the fuel
mixture
Unsuitable fuels or deviations from the mixing ra-
tio can result in serious engine damage.
Petrol [litres]
Mixing ratio
Oil [ml]
1
1:50
20
5
1:50
100
10
1:50
200
Alternatively, we recommend the special fuel mix-
ture of the brand "Aspen 2-takt". The specifica-
tions of the special fuel manufacturer must be ob-
served.
Filling with fuel
1. Unscrew the fuel tank cap (01/1).
2. Fill the tank up to the lower edge of the oil fill-
er pipe. Do not overfill.
3. Screw the fuel tank cap back on tightly.
5
OPERATING THE ENGINE
For further information: refer to the appliance's
operating instructions.
DANGER! Risk of poisoning.
The engine
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide that can
kill a person within a few minutes.
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Only start and operate the engine in the open
air.
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Never operate the engine in enclosed areas
even with the windows and doors open.
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Do not inhale the engine exhaust gases.
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Switch off the engine if you feel nauseous,
dizzy or weak during use. Immediately con-
sult a doctor.
WARNING! Danger of explosion and fire.
Petrol and oil are highly flammable. Fire can lead
to serious injuries.
■
Never use starter spay or similar.
WARNING! Danger of burns.
Engines be-
come very hot in operation!
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Never touch parts of the engine, in particular
the exhaust.
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Allow the exhaust, cylinder and cooling vanes
to cool down before contact.
