Husqvarna 128DJx Owners Manual - Page 14

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FUEL HANDLING Mixing S Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. S Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline. S Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine's fuel tank. S Do not mix more than one month's supply of fuel at a time. S If the machine is not used for some time, the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned. WARNING: The catalytic con- verter muffler gets very hot during and after use. This also applies during idling. Be aware of the fire hazard, especially when working near flammable substances and/or vapors. Fuelling WARNING: Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the engine before refueling. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling. When refueling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently. Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refueling. Always move the machine away from the refueling area before starting. S Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in the tank can cause operating problems. S Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank. Min. 10 feet (3 meters) 577387001 Rev. 2 1/6/11 English--- 14

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English---14
577387001
Rev. 2
1/6/11
FUEL HANDLING
S
Always start by filling half the amount of
the gasoline to be used. Then add the
entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel
mixture. Add the remaining amount of
gasoline.
S
Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly
before filling the machine’s fuel tank.
S
Do not mix more than one month’s sup-
ply of fuel at a time.
S
If the machine is not used for some time,
the fuel tank should be emptied and
cleaned.
WARNING:
The catalytic con-
verter muffler gets very hot during
and after use. This also applies
during idling. Be aware of the fire
hazard, especially when working
near flammable substances and/or
vapors.
Fuelling
WARNING:
Taking the following
precautions, will lessen the risk of
fire:
Do not smoke or place hot objects
near fuel.
Always shut off the engine before
refueling.
Always stop the engine and let it
cool for a few minutes before refu-
elling.
When refueling, open the fuel cap
slowly so that any excess pressure
is released gently.
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after
refueling.
Always move the machine away
from the refueling area before
starting.
Min. 10 feet
(3 meters)
Mixing
S
Always mix the gasoline and oil in a
clean container intended for fuel.
S
Clean the area around the fuel cap.
Contamination in the tank can cause
operating problems.
S
Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shak-
ing the container before filling the tank.