Operation
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Adding Gas and Oil
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes and any other sources of ignition.
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Remove gas cap. Place funnel securely and add fuel.
Do not top off. Fuel tank capacity is approx. .32 gallons.
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Secure the gas cap and wipe off any excess fuel.
See Figure 1-6.
Figure 1-6
IMPORTANT: Use only Regular Octane Fuel.
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We recommend the use of 10W-30 oil. Other high-quality
detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG,
SH. SJ or higher.
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Do not use special additives.
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Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best
viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
°F
104
86
68
50
32
14
-4
-22
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Place string trimmer on a level surface.
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Remove the filler cap. Place the funnel securely and add oil.
Do not top off. Oil capacity is approx. .5 liters. Check
dipstick to confirm adequate amount of oil.
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Secure the oil cap and wipe off any excess oil.
See Figure 1-7.
IMPORTANT: We recommend using 10W-30 Oil.
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Please contact 1-877-527-0313 for further assistance.
°C
40
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
Figure 1-7
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