Yardworks 60-2310-6 Operator's Manual

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12OIL AND FUEL INFORMATIONNOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/oil mix in accordance toFederal, State and Local regulations.OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONSOld and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasonsfor the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh,clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully forthe proper fuel/oil mixture.Definition of Blended FuelsToday's fuels are often a blend of gasoline andoxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether).Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1%water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate. It formsacids when stored. When using alcohol-blended fuel,use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old).Using Blended FuelsIf you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use isunavoidable, follow recommended precautions:• Always use the fresh fuel mix explained in youroperator's manual• Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit• Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storingthe unitUsing Fuel AdditivesThe bottle of 2-cycle oil that came with your unitcontains a fuel additive which will help inhibit corrosionand minimize the formation of gum deposits. It isrecommended that you use our 2-cycle oil with this unit.If unavailable, use a good 2-cycle oil designed forair-cooled engines along with a fuel additive, such asSTA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 0.8 oz.(23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to theinstructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additivesdirectly to the unit's fuel tank.Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oilwith unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fueltank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixingratios.NOTE: One gallon (3.8 liters) of unleaded gasoline mixedwith one 3.2 oz. (95 ml.) bottle of 2-cycle oilmakes a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio.UNLEADED GAS 2 CYCLE OIL1 GALLON US(3.8 LITERS)3.2 FL. OZ.(95 ml)1 LITER 25 ml+MIXING RATIO - 40:1Add fuel in a clean,well ventilatedoutdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuelimmediately. Avoid creating a source ofignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engineuntil fuel vapors dissipate.WARNING:Gasoline isextremelyflammable. Ignited Vapors may explode.Always stop the engine and allow it to coolbefore filling the fuel tank. Do not smokewhile filling the tank. Keep sparks and openflames at a distance from the area.WARNING:Remove fuel capslowly to avoid injuryfrom fuel spray. Never operate the unitwithout the fuel cap securely in place.WARNING:For proper engineoperation andmaximum reliability, pay strict attention tothe oil and fuel mixing instructions on the2-cycle oil container. Using improperly mixedfuel can severely damage the engine.CAUTION: