Poulan PLB26 Owner Manual - Page 4

ASSEMBLY aa WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Follow all safety information in the manual and on the unit. NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank. OPERATION KNOW YOUR BLOWER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with locations of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A B A. Stop switch B. Throttle trigger C. Air filter cover D. Starter rope handle E. Fuel tank F. Choke lever G. Fuel cap H Fuel primer bulb J. Idle speed adjustment screw C F E J D H G BEFORE STARTING ENGINE aa WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-487-5951. MIXING FUEL To obtain the correct oil mix ratio, pour 2.6 ounces of 2-cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas. IMPORTANT: This equipment is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87 octane (R+M/2 method), with ethanol blended up to 10% maximum by volume (E-10). Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 50:1. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 50:1. A 50:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 2.6 fluid ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in your unit. This will cause permanent engine damage and void the limited warranty. Do not use alternate fuels such as ethanol blends above 10% by volume (E-15, E-85) or any methanol blended fuel. Use of these fuels can cause major engine performance and durability problems. FUELING YOUR ENGINE • Remove the fuel cap and pour mixed fule into the fuel tank. Replace fuel cap tightly. • Move at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from the fueling site. • Place the machine on the ground, and hold the machine handle firmly with your right hand. Make sure the blower end is directed away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects.