FUEL HANDLING
FuelY Always start by Ţlling half the amount of the petrol to be
used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the
CAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of petrol.
and must always been run using a mixture of petrol and two-Y Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before Ţlling the
stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measure the machineOs fuel tank.
amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is
obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even small
inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture.
WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate
ventilation when handling fuel.
!
Petrol
Y Do not mix more than one monthOs supply of fuel at a time.
Y If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank
should be emptied and cleaned.
CAUTION! Always use a good quality petrol/oil mixture (at
least 90 octane). If your machine is equipped with a catalytic WARNING! The catalytic converter muf�er
converter (see chapter on Technical data) always use a good gets very hot during and after use. This also
quality unleaded petrol/oil mixture. Leaded petrol will destroy !applies during idling. Be aware of the Ţre
the catalytic converter and it will no longer serve its purpose.hazard, especially when working near
Use low-emission petrol, also known as alkylate petrol, if it is �ammable substances and/or vapours.
available.
Fuelling
Y The lowest recommended octane rating is 90. If you run WARNING! Taking the following precautions,
the engine on a petrol with a lower octane rating than 90 will lessen the risk of Ţre:
this can cause knocking. This leads to an increased !
engine temperature, which can result in serious engine Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
damage.
Y When working at continuous high revs a higher octane Always shut off the engine before refuelling.
rating is recommended.Always stop the engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before refuelling.
Two-stroke oilWhen refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so
Y For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two-that any excess pressure is released gently.
stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-stroke Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).Always move the machine away from the
Y If HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil is not available, you may refuelling area before starting.
use another two-stroke oil of good quality that is intended
for air cooled engines. Contact your dealer when selecting
an oil. Mixing ratio 1:33 (3%).
Y Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled
outboard engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil.
Y Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.
Petrol, litreTwo-stroke oil, litre
2% (1:50)3% (1:33)Y Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the
50,100,15tank can cause operating problems.
100,200,30Y Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container
150,300,45before Ţlling the tank.
200,400,60
Mixing
Y Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended
for fuel.
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