Homelite UT09526VNM Manuel D'utilisation page 9

NOTE: To improve performance when using oxygenated
fuels, we recommend the use of Ethanol Shield 2-cycle
lubricant.
FUELING AND REFUELING
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-
plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property
damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition
sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not
smoke and wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unlead-
ed gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean con-
tainer approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger
than usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
NOTE: We recommend you use Ethanol Shield 2-cycle
lubricant or an equivalent high-quality synthetic 2-cycle
lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter)
FILLING THE TANK
 Clean surface around the fuel cap to prevent contamination.
 Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
 Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
 Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
 Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
 Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
 Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks, which are a fire hazard. Failure
to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
OPERATION
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel
cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and
only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, allow to cool
for at least five minutes before adding fuel. Immediately
replace fuel cap after fueling and tighten securely. Move
at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire
and cause serious personal injury.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figure 3.
Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
 Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Set choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
 Set the throttle lever to the FULL (
 Pull the starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts
to run (no more than 4 pulls).
 Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not
pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times.
LUBRICANT
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat the steps that follow.
2.6 oz. (76 ml)
 Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the RUN position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
 To stop the engine, set the throttle lever to the STOP position
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HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Set the throttle lever to the FULL (
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED STARTING THIS
PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-242-4672
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