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recommended mixing ratio of 100:1. If insufficient lubrication is the cause of
engine damage, it voids the manufacturer’s engine warranty.
9.2
Mixing fuel
Add oil to an approved fuel container followed by the petrol to allow incoming petrol to mix with
oil. Shake container to ensure thorough mix.
WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids engine warranty. Petrol and oil must be
mixed at 40:1.
9.2.1
Fuel and lubrication symbols
9.2.2
Recommended fuels
Some conventional kinds of petrol are now blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an
ether compound to meet clean air standards. The engine is designed to operate satisfactorily
with any petrol intended for automotive use including oxygenated petrol.
10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
10.1
Harness
Warning: always wear shoulder harness when operating unit with a blade.
Attach harness to trimmer after starting unit and engine is running at idle. Turn
engine off before disconnecting shoulder harness.
Adjust length of shoulder strap so stringhead is parallel to the ground as it hangs from the
strap. A few practice swings without starting engine should be made to determine correct
balance.
NOTE: Detach the shoulder harness from the unit before starting engine.
10.2
Starting a cold engine
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Give a gentle push on the primer pump repeatedly (7-10times) until fuel comes into the
primer pump.
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Move the choke switch upwards along the right side.
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Pull starter handle until engine flash fires.
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Choke switch will automatically switch back after you use the throttle trigger.
(excessive cranking with choke lever will cause flooding engine making it difficult to start).
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Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before using.
10.3
Starting a warm engine (engine has been stopped for no more than 15-20
minutes)
