Troy-Bilt 12235 - Manual (Page 6)

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NOTE: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood al-
cohol). Fuel containing up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to
15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may be used, but re-
quires special care when the engine is not used for extended
periods. See “STORAGE” instructions in Engine Owner’s
Manual for additional information.
3. The fuel/oil mix ratio is 24:1 with the use of a NMMA clas-
sified oil. For new engines, use twice the normal oil quantity
for the first gallon of fuel. NOTE: Due to differences in fuel and
oil availability worldwide, Tecumseh recommends a 16:1 mix
ratio if NMMA oil is not available.
4. Do not mix fuel directly in engine fuel tank. Always use a
clean, safety-approved fuel container.
• To Mix:
A. Fill a clean, approved container one quarter full with rec-
ommended gasoline.
B. Add recommended amount of oil per Chart 1: FUEL
MIXTURE.
C. Screw cap on container and shake vigorously. Then un-
screw cap and fill container with gasoline per
Chart 1: FUEL MIXTURE. Screw on cap and shake again.
Once mixed, oil and gasoline will not separate.
• To Fill Fuel Tank:
A. Engine must be cool. Clean area around fuel tank cap and
remove cap. Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank.
B. Slowly pour gasoline/oil mixture into fuel tank. Fill tank no
higher than 1/2" from top of tank to allow for gasoline ex-
pansion. Install fuel cap and clean up any fuel spills.
Section 2: Assembly
Chart 1: FUEL MIXTURE
(Mixture Ratio is 24 parts gasoline to
1 part two-cycle oil)
U.S. Gas U.S. Oil
1 Gal. 5 oz.
2 Gal. 11 oz.
Metric Petrol Metric Oil
4 liters 167 ml
8 liters 333 ml