Husqvarna 325HE3 X-series Operator's Manual

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English – 13FUEL HANDLINGFuelCAUTION! The machine is equipped with a two-stroke engineand must always been run using a mixture of gasoline andtwo-stroke engine oil. It is important to accurately measurethe amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correctmixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, evensmall inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of themixture.GasolineCAUTION! Always use high grade unleaded oil mixedgasoline (minimum 87 RON). If your machine is equipped witha catalytic converter (see chapter on Technical data) alwaysuse a good quality unleaded petrol/oil mixture. Leaded petrolwill destroy the catalytic converter and it will no longer serveits purpose.Use low-emission gasoline, also known as alkylate gasoline,if it is available.• This engine is certified to operate on unleadedgasoline.• The lowest recommended octane rating is 87. If you runthe engine on lower octane rating than 87 so-called“knocking“ can occur. This leads to an increased enginetemperature, which can result in a serious enginebreakdown.• When working at continuous high revs a higher octanerating is recommended.Two-stroke oil• For best results and performance use HUSQVARNA two-stroke oil, which is specially formulated for our two-strokeengines. Mixture 1:50 (2%).• Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooledoutboard engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil.• Never use oil intended for four-stroke engines.Mixing• Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean containerintended for fuel.• Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to beused. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) thefuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline.• Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling themachine’s fuel tank.• Do not mix more than one month’s supply of fuel at a time.• If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tankshould be emptied and cleaned.• This engine is certified to operate on unleadedgasoline.Fuelling• Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in thetank can cause operating problems.• Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the containerbefore filling the tank.! WARNING! Always ensure there is adequateventilation when handling fuel.Gasoline, litre Two-stroke oil, litre2% (1:50)5 0,1010 0,2015 0,3020 0,40US gallon US fl. oz.1 2 1/22 1/2 6 1/25 12 7/8! WARNING! The catalytic converter mufflergets very hot during and after use. This alsoapplies during idling. Be aware of the firehazard, especially when working nearflammable substances and/or vapours.! 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 refuelling.Always stop the engine and let it cool for afew minutes before refuelling.When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly sothat any excess pressure is released gently.Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.Always move the machine away from therefuelling area before starting.