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 WARNING! The catalytic converter muf�er
octane). If your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter gets very hot during and after use. This also
(see chapter on Technical data) always use a good quality !applies during idling. Be aware of the Ţre
unleaded petrol/oil mixture. Leaded petrol will destroy the hazard, especially when working near
catalytic converter and it will no longer serve its purpose.�ammable substances and/or vapours.
Fuelling
Y The lowest recommended octane rating is 90. If you run
the engine on a petrol with a lower octane rating than 90 WARNING! Taking the following precautions,
this can cause knocking. This leads to an increased will lessen the risk of Ţre:
engine temperature, which can result in serious engine !
damage.Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
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 oil
Y For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two-When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so
stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-stroke that any excess pressure is released gently.
engines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
Y If HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil is not available, you may Always move the machine away from the
use another two-stroke oil of good quality that is intended refuelling area before starting.
for air cooled engines. Contact your dealer when selecting
an oil. Mixing ratio 1:33 (3%).Y Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point
before starting it.
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)
50,100,15
100,200,30
150,300,45Y Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the
200,400,60tank can cause operating problems.
Y Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container
Mixingbefore Ţlling the tank.
Y Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended
for fuel.
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