Mix 2% synthetic 2-stroke oil into the petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.
Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before fuelling.
Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period.
Synthetic 2-stroke oil containing a fuel stabilizer is recommended.
FILLING THE TANK
Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
Carefully pour fuel mixture 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. Move 9m away from refuelling 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 fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or
hot engine. Move at least 9m from refuelling site before starting engine.
Do not smoke!
1 Litre + 20 ml =
2 Litres + 40 ml =
3 Litres + 60 ml = 50:1 (2%)
4 Litres + 80 ml =
5 Litres + 100 ml =
STARTING AND STOPPING
WARNING!
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly ventilated area;
breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
WARNING!
Do not have the auger bit attached when starting a cold engine. The auger bit may
rotate when the engine starts with the throttle lock engaged. Start the engine following
the procedure below. Allow the engine to warm up. With th
e engine warm, you may stop
the engine, fi t the auger bit and re-start the engine following the warm start procedure.
NOTE: Be sure to return the engine switch to the “I” position before trying to start unit.
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WARNING!
Do not have the auger bit attached when starting a cold engine. The auger bit may rotate
when the engine starts with the throttle lock engaged. Start the engine following the
procedure below. Allow the engine to warm up. With the engine warm, you may stop the
engine, fit the auger bit and re-start the engine following the warm start procedure.
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