OPERATION
FUEL & OIL
WARNING
YOUR MACHINE IS SUPPLIED WITHOUT ENGINE OIL OR PETROL
Operating the engine with insufficient oil within your fuel mixture, can have catastrophic consequences. Any
failure caused by insufficient oil, will not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
Read instructions carefully.
If you are not in receipt of your engine manual at any time, contact us prior to starting the engine.
Fuel & its vapors are very flammable. Do not use or fuel the machine near a flame, sparks or while smoking.
Allow the engine to cool for more than 3 minutes, before re-fueling. Never fuel the machine with engine
running. Fuel the engine at least 15 metres away from your work area. Always fuel your machine outdoors.
IMPORTANT:
Fuel which is older than 30 days old can become stale and cause acid
& gum deposits in the fuel system or
essential carburettor components. This could result in starting issues which would not be covered by your
manufacturer’s warranty.
Ensure that any stored petrol/oil mixture is clearly marked in a separate appropriate canister for a
maximum of 4-6 weeks if not mixed with a fuel additive. If the machine is not going to be used for a long
period, drain the mixture from the fuel tank, start the engine and drain the carburetor of any remaining fuel.
(See Engine manual for further instruction).
To keep fuel fresh, we recommend you use SURE‐START FUEL ADDITIVE (HP‐199) from Handy Parts. A fuel
additive added to your fuel at the time of mixture, will help make your machine easier to start, extend the
shelf life of your fuel mixture for up to two years, keeps the carburettor & engine clean, plus reduces emissions
and increases fuel economy. A 250ml bottle of SURE‐START FUEL ADDITIVE will treat 25 litres of fuel mix
Only use 4‐stroke SAE30 or 10W/30 air cooled lawnmower engine oil. DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil.
FUELING THE MACHINE
Place the machine onto a solid flat surface, ensuring the engine is not running.
Unscrew the fuel cap slowly and fill the fuel tank unleaded petrol with an Octane rating of 86 or higher. Fill to a
maximum of 80% capacity. This will allow the fuel tank to expand. Fasten the fuel cap tightly (2), being careful
not to cross‐thread. This will also prevent loosening through vibration during use. Wipe away any spillage, with
an appropriate material. If the machine has continued leaks, the product should not be started. Never use the
machine with damaged ignition cable or spark plug cap, as there is a risk of sparks.
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