Homelite BACKPACKER II UT08571 - Manual (Page 10)

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OPERATION
PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)
GASOLINE OIL
1 Gallon (US) 2.6 oz.
1 Liter 20 cc (20 ml)
FILLING THE TANK
WARNING:
Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move
at least 30 ft. (9 m) from the refueling area before starting
engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contami-
nation.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclockwise.
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■ ■ ■ ■ Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
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■ ■ ■ ■ Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the
fuel cap.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
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■ ■ ■ ■ Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
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■ ■ ■ ■ Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) away from refueling area before
starting the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine
during first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. If you find any leaks, correct the
problem before using the product. Failure to do so could
result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately. Failure to do so could result in a fire that
could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline will burn you and others.
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-
mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. The mixture should be at a
50:1 ratio, using Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil. If
Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil is not available,
use a high quality 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at a 50:1 ratio.
See chart later in this section.
To mix the fuel:
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■ ■ ■ ■ Use a clean container that is approved for use with gasoline.
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■ ■ ■ ■ Mix the Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil with
unleaded gasoline in the container, according to the instruc-
tions on the oil package.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline
intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 87 ([R
+ M] / 2) or higher. Do not use automotive oil or 2-cycle
outboard oil.
NOTE: Premium Exact Mix™ fuel mixture will stay fresh up to
30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30
day period.