Homelite UT74121A - Manual (Page 12)

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WARNING:
Always turn off engine before refuelling. Never add
fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move
at least 9 m (30 ft.) from refuelling site before starting
the engine. DO NOT SMOKE! Failure to heed this
warning can result in possible personal injury.
FUEL AND REFUELLING
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY
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FILLING THE TANK
Refer to “Specific Safety Rules – Refuelling” earlier in this
manual for additional safety information.
1. Clean the surface round fuel cap to prevent contamination.
2. Loosen the fuel cap slowly.
3. Carefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
See Figure 8.
4. Before replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect
the gasket.
5. Immediately replace the fuel cap and hand tighten.
Wipe up any fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke during
and after the first use.
Always handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
Always refuel outdoors and do not inhale fuel vapour.
Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with skin.
Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately
with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor
immediately.
Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing petrol and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded petrol
and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean container approved
for petrol.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol
intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of
87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher.
Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/oil from fuel
service stations. This includes the pre-mixed petrol/oil
intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles etc.
Use a high quality 2-cycle self-mixing oil for air-cooled
engines. Do not use motor vehicle oil or 2-cycle
outboard oil.
OPERATION
Mix 2% oil into the petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.
Mix the fuel thoroughly and each time before refuelling.
Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period. A 2-cycle oil containing a fuel
stabiliser is recommended.
1 Litre + 20 ml =
2 Litres + 40 ml =
3 Litres + 60 ml =
4 Litres + 80 ml =
5 Litres + 100 ml =
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. If any are found, correct them
before using the saw to prevent fire or burn injury.