Operation; Applications; Fueling And Refueling; Oxygenated Fuels - Toro Powervac 51988 Manuel De L'utilisateur

Operation

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment may create sparks
that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor may be required. The operator should
contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations
relating to fire prevention requirements.

Applications

You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn

Keep decks and driveways free from leaves and pine

needles
Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
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Fueling and Refueling

WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you
and others. Always shut off engine before fuel-
ing. Never add fuel to a machine with a running
or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refuel-
ing site before starting engine. Do not smoke
and stay away from open flames and sparks.
Failure to safely handle fuel could result in seri-
ous personal injury.
Fuel Mixture
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Note: We recommend you use high-quality synthetic 2-cycle
lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
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Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter)
Filling the Tank
1. Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con-
tamination.
2. Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclock-
wise.
3. Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
4. Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
5. Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock-
wise.
6. Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
7. 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:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 30 ft
site before starting engine. Do not smoke and
stay away from open flames and sparks. Fail-
ure to safely handle fuel could result in serious
personal injury.

Oxygenated Fuels

NOTICE:
Do not use E15, E20, or E85 fuel (or fuel
containing greater than 10% ethanol) in this
product. It is a violation of federal law and
will damage the unit and void your warranty.
Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than
the percentage of oxygenates stated below are not covered
under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15, E20, and
E85 are not.
LUBRICANT
2.6 oz. (76 ml)
6.4 oz. (189 ml)
. from refueling
(9 m)
Operation