15
HOW TO USE
Mixing Fuel
Fuel Precautions
CAUTION!
Some types of gasoline contain
alcohol as an oxygenate.
Oxygenated gasoline may
cause increased operating
temperatures. Under certain
conditions, alcohol-based
gasoline may also reduce the
lubricating qualities of some
2-cycle mixing oil.
Never use any type of gasoline
containing more than 10%
alcohol by volume! Generic oils
and some outboard oils may
not be intended for use in
high-performance 2-cycle
engines, and should never be
used in your Shindaiwa engine.
IMPORTANT!
This engine is certified to operate
on a 50:1 mixture consisting of
unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle
mixing oil only. Mix only enough
fuel for your immediate needs! If
fuel must be stored longer than 30
days, it should first be treated with a
stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.
Mix fuel by combining unleaded
gasoline with Shindaiwa 2-cycle
Mixing Oil at a ratio of 50:1
(1000cm of gasoline mixed with 20
cm of 2-cycle mixing oil).
Use only fresh, clean, unleaded
gasoline with an octane rating of
87 or higher.
Fuel Tank
Filling Procedure
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire!
Stop the engine before
refueling!
Always allow the engine to cool
before refueling!
Wipe all spilled fuel and move
the brushcutter at least 3
meters from the fueling point
and source before restarting!
Never smoke or light any fires
near the brushcutter or fuel
source!
Never place any flammable
material near the engine
muffler!
Never operate the engine
without the muffler in good
working condition.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for
fuel leaks before each use.
During each refill, check that
no fuel leaks from around the
fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If fuel
leaks are evident, stop using
the unit immediately. Fuel
leaks must be repaired before
using the unit.
1. Place the brushcutter on a flat,
level surface.
2. Clear any dirt or other debris from
around the fuel filler cap.
3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the
tank with clean, fresh fuel.
4. Reinstall the fuel filler cap and
tighten firmly.
Gasoline
2-cycle mixing oil
liters
milliliters
2.5 l ....................... 50 ml
5 l ..........................100 ml
10 l ........................200 ml
20 l ........................400 ml