Poulan PPBP30 - Manual (Page 8)

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FUBL AND LUBRICATiON
4-1. FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.
Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality synthetic 2-cycie air*cooied engine oil deslgtred to
be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. PoulanWEBD EATER brand
synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a
ratio of 40.i. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3,2 fluid
ounces (95 mi) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) 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,
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in your unit. This
will cause permanent engine damage and void the
warranty.
4-2. FUEL FtEQUlREMENTS
This engine requires the use of minimum 87 octane
[R
h M]/2 ciean gasofine.
IMPORTANT
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can cause major engine performance
and durabilily problems.
WARNING: Alternafive fuels (not gasoline) such as E-15
(15% alcohol), E-20 (20% alcohol), E-85 (85% alcohol) are
NOT classified as gasollho and are NOT approved tor use
In 2'S)roke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels wilt
cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements,
overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubricafion deficiency,
deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high moisture
absorption Into the fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel
separation.
4-3. FUEL AND LUBRICATION SYMBOLS
Gasoline and Oil
Mix 40:1
FUEL MIXING TABLE
GASOLINE
40:1 Ratio
Lubricant
1 U.S. Gal. 3.2 oz. 95ml (cc)
5 Liters 4,3 oz. 125ml (cc)
1 Imp, Gal. 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc)
Mixing 40 Parts Gasoline to
Procedure 1 Part Lubricant
1ml=1cc