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OPERATION
Fueling (Do Not Smoke!) (Fig.20)
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-
mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and 2-
cycle engine oil in a clean container approved for gasoline (Fig.18).
RECOMMENDED FUEL: THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO
OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE INTENDED FOR
AUTOMOTIVE USE WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 89 ([R+M]/2)
OR HIGHER (Fig.19).
Mix 2-Cycle Engine Oil with gasoline according to the instructions
on the package.
We strongly recommend the use of 2% (1:50) Efco Two Cycle
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Engine Oil, which is specifically formulated for all Efco air-cooled
two-stroke engines.
The correct oil / fuel proportions shown in the table below
are suitable when using the Efco Two Cycle Engine Oil or an
equivalent high-quality engine oil (JASO specification FD or ISO
specification L-EGD).
When oil specifications are NOT equivalent or unknown use 4%
(1:25) oil / fuel mixing ratio.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE OIL OR
2-CYCLE OUTBOARD OIL.
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CAUTION: Never use a fuel with an alcohol percentage
higher than 10%; gasohol up to 10% alcohol or E10
fuel are acceptable.
When using an Oxygenated Gasoline a good practice of Fuel
Management is necessary.
Gasoline Oxygenated with alcohol readily takes/up water when it
is present; the water may be condensed out of humid air or be a
contaminant in the fuel system, including tank.
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CAUTION:
- Match your fuel purchases to your consumption;
don't buy more than you will use in one or two
months;
- Store gasoline in a tightly-closed container in a
cool, dry place.
The use of Oxygenated Gasoline may cause the occurrence of
vapor-lock easier.
NOTE: 2-Cycle Engine Oil contains a fuel stabilizer and will stay
fresh up to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable
in a 30 day period. A 2-cycle oil containing a fuel stabilizer is
recommended.
Fuel Mixture 2-Cycle Engine Oil (25:1) 4%
Gasoline
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 cc (40 ml)
High Quality 2-Cycle Engine Oil (50:1) 2%
Gasoline
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 cc (20 ml)
Oil
Oil