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TWO-STROKE OIL - For the best results use premium grade two-stroke oil mixed at
a 40:1 ratio, intended for air cooled engines. Do not use any 2-cycle oil product with
a recommended mixing ratio of 100:1. If needed, contact your dealer when selecting
oil.
REMEMBER:
Mixing ratio: 40 : 1
WARNING:
Never use two-stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard engines
or four-stroke engines.
Mixing Fuel
WARNING:
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme caution when mixing, storing
or handling fuel or serious personal injury could result.
WARNING:
Always mix and store the fuel in a properly marked container that is
approved by local codes and ordinances for such usage. Do not mix fuel in an
enclosed room or near open flames. Assure adequate ventilation.
Start by filling half the quantity of gasoline required into a clean approved petrol
container.
Add the entire oil quantity.
Close container and Mix (shake) the fuel mixture.
Add the remaining quantity of gasoline.
Remix (shake) the fuel mixture carefully before filling the units’ fuel tank.
Replace fuel container cap and wipe any spilled fuel from the container and
surrounding area.
Filling Tank
Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean surface.
Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.
Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage
NOTE:
It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine
with a running or hot engine. Move at least 9 m (30 ft.) from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke!
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STARTING A COLD ENGINE (Fig. 3 & 4)
IMPORTANT:
To minimize load on engine during starting and warm-up, trim
excess trimming line to 13 cm. (5”)
Place trimmer on firm flat surface.
Move ignition switch to the “RUN “.
Your unit is designed with a 2 position choke; CLOSED and OPEN. Move choke
lever to CLOSED position.
Prime the carburetor. Pump the primer bulb 3-4 times.
Grip the handle firmly and fully depress safety trigger & throttle trigger.
Pull starter rope out a short way until resistance is felt (approximately 100 mm or
4”). A smooth rapid pull is required for a strong spark.
Pull starter rope briskly 4 times.
Once engine starts, allow it to run for 10 seconds.
Move the choke to OPEN position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 3
Ignition switch
Safety trigger
Throttle
trigger
