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engine spark plug wire from the spark plug when
assembling parts.
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Never attach or adjust any attachment while
power head is running. Failure to stop the engine
may cause serious personal injury.
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Be certain the knob is fully tightened before
operating equipment; check it periodically for
tightness during use to avoid serious injury.
OPERaTIOn
Read the operation manual and follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye protection and ear protection.
Keep all bystanders, especially children and
pets, at least 15m from the operating area.
FUEl anD REFUElInG
HanDlInG THE FUEl SaFElY
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Always handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.
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Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks
and flames. Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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Do not let petrol or lubricant come in contact with your
skin.
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Keep petrol and lubricant away from the eyes. If
petrol or lubricant 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 petrol immediately.
MIXInG THE FUEl
(Fig. 3)
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This product is powered by a 2-stroke engine and
requires pre-mixing petrol and 2-stroke lubricant. Pre-
mix unleaded petrol and 2-stroke engine lubricant in a
clean container approved for petrol.
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This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol
intended for automotive 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 / lubricant from
fuel service stations, this includes the pre-mixed petrol
/ lubricant intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles,
etc.
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Use synthetic 2-stroke lubricant only. Do not use
automotive lubricant or 2-stroke outboard lubricant.
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Mix 2% synthetic 2-stroke lubricant into the petrol.
This is a 50:1 ratio.
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Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before
fueling.
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Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger
than usable in a 0 day period. Synthetic 2-stroke
lubricant containing a fuel stabilizer is recommended.
FIllInG THE TanK
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Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
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Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
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Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
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Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect
the gasket.
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Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten.
Wipe upany fuel spillage. Move 9m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
note:
It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and 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 9m from refueling site
before starting engine. Do not smoke!
1 Litre
+ 20 ml =
2 Litres + 0 ml =
Litres + 60 ml =
50:1 (2%)
Litres + 80 ml =
5 Litres + 100 ml =
STaRTInG anD STOPPInG (Fig. 4a - 4b)
WaRnInG
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or
poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
NOTE:
Be sure to return the stop switch to the "
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position before trying to start unit.
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