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Handling Fuel
WARNING DANGER
Fuel is VERY ammable. Use extreme care when mixing,
storing or handling or serious personal injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT smoke near fuel.
• DO NOT allow ames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen
fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUN-
NING!
• DO NOT ll fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS ll fuel tanks
outdoors over bare ground.
• DO NOT overll fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container
after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not
start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before
starting the engine.
Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required
amount of gasoline.
2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.
IMPORTANT
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions.
Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-
off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks
can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved
fuel storage container.
Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality.
Contact your local government for the laws
affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel
in an approved, airtight container. Store in a
well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from
sparks and ames.
IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel
than you expect to use in thirty (30) days,
ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is
added.
IMPORTANT
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly
before each use.
Chain lubRiCant
Proper lubrication of the chain while in operation reduces fric-
tion between the chain and the guide bar to a minimum and
assures a longer service life.
• use bar and chain oil of high quality for this purpose.
• Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler
problems.
• Use ECHO bar and chain oil.
• When ECHO bar and chain oil is not available:
Use motor oil, etc.
• Use bar and chain oil of the following grades:
SAE NO. 30 ..... in summer
SAE NO. 10 ..... in winter or when cutting resinous trees.
• When refueling, also rell chain oil.
FUEL TANK OIL TANK
TANK INDICATION
Fuel Mix Chart
50:1
