Bolens BL3100 - Manual (Page 10)

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OIL AND PETROL INFORMATION
NOTE: Dispose of the old petrol/oil mix in accordance to
Federal, State and Local regulations.
CAUTION: For proper engine operation
and maximum reliability, pay strict attention
to the oil and petrol mixing instructions on
the 2-cycle oil container. Using improperly
mixed petrol can severely damage the engine.
WARNING: Petrol is extremely flammable.
Ignited Vapors may explode. Always stop
the engine and allow it to cool before filling
the petrol tank. Do not smoke while filling
the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a
distance from the area.
WARNING: Remove petrol cap slowly to avoid
injury from petrol spray. Never operate the unit
without the petrol cap securely in place.
WARNING: Add petrol in a clean, well
ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled
petrol immediately. Avoid creating a source
of ignition for spilt petrol. Do not start the
engine until petrol vapors dissipate.
OIL AND PETROL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Old and/or improperly mixed petrol are the main reasons
for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh,
clean unleaded petrol. Follow the instructions carefully
for the proper petrol/oil mixture.
Definition of Blended Petrols
Today's petrols are often a blend of petrol and
oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether).
Alcohol-blended petrol absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the petrol can make petrol and oil separate. It
forms acids when stored. When using alcohol-blended
petrol, use fresh petrol (less than 60 days old).
Using Blended Petrols
If you choose to use a blended petrol, or its use is
unavoidable, follow recommended precautions:
• Always use the fresh petrol mix explained in your
operator's manual
• Always agitate the petrol mix before fueling the unit
• Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing
the unit
Using Petrol Additives
The bottle of 2-cycle oil that came with your unit
contains a petrol additive which will help inhibit
corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. It
is recommended that you use our 2-cycle oil with this
unit.
If unavailable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed for
air-cooled engines along with a petrol additive, such as
STA-BIL
® Petrol Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 23 ml
(0.8 oz) of petrol additive per gallon of petrol according
to the instructions on the container. NEVER add petrol
additives directly to the unit's petrol tank.
Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil
with unleaded petrol in a separate petrol can. Use a 40:1
petrol/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine
petrol tank. See the table below for specific petrol and
oil mixing ratios.
NOTE: 3.8 liters (1 US gallon) of unleaded petrol mixed
with one 95 ml (3.2 oz) bottle of
2-cycle oil makes a 40:1 petrol/oil ratio.
UNLEADED PETROL 2 CYCLE OIL
3.8 LITERS
(1 GALLON US)
95 ml
(3.2 FL. OZ)
1 LITER 25 ml
+
MIXING RATIO - 40:1