Echo CS-4510 Operator's Manual - page 15
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CS-4510
HANDLING FUEL
Mixing Instructions -
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the
required amount of gasoline.
2. Add the proper amount of two-stroke oil to
gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with
gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container,
and remix.
IMPORTANT
• Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon
emissions.
Some states may require the use of automatic
fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
• Stored fuel ages.
Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in
thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel
stabilizer is added.
• Stored two-stroke fuel may separate.
Always shake fuel container thoroughly before
each use.
After Use -
Do not store a unit with fuel in its tank.
Leaks can occur.
Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage
container.
Storage -
Fuel storage laws vary by locality.
Contact your local government for the laws
affecting your area.
As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight
container.
Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building,
away from sparks and flames.
Used oil and gasoline, and soiled towels are
hazardous waste materials. Disposal laws vary by
locality.
Fueling -
When fuel tank cap or oil tank cap is difficult to re-
move, remove spark plug lead, pull starter handle
slowly, and use starter handle to assist in removing
cap.
DANGER
Fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care
when mixing, storing or handling or serious
personal injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• Do not smoke near fuel.
• Do not allow flames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure.
Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing
pressure to equalize.
• Never refuel a unit when the engine is hot!
• Never refuel a unit with the engine running.
• Do not fill fuel tanks indoors.
Always fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare
ground.
• Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage.
If fuel leakage is found, do not start or
operate unit until leakage is repaired.
• Move at least 3 m (10 feet) from refueling
location before starting the engine.
Tank cap
Loosening direction
WARNING
Momentary stop switch automatically
returns to run position. Engine can start
unintentionally when starter handle is pulled.
Always remove spark plug lead from spark
plug before pulling starter handle, otherwise
severe personal injury may result.