Ryobi RY3818 Manual Del Operador página 12

WARNING:
Never fell a tree or cut a log or limb that has a
diameter greater than the length of the guide
bar. Only properly trained professionals should
perform these cuts. Performing these types of
cuts can cause an accident and result in death
or serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product
for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as
screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely
all fasteners and caps and do not operate this
product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a
qualified service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
 Basic limbing, felling, and woodcutting
FUEL AND REFUELING
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank,
or line is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately. If you find any leaks, correct the
problem before using the product. Failure to do
so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
 Always handle fuel with care; it is highly
flammable.
 Always refuel outdoors and do not inhale fuel
vapors.
 Do not let gasoline or lubricant come in contact
with skin.
 Keep gasoline and lubricant away from the eyes.
If gasoline or lubricant comes in contact with
the eyes, wash them immediately with clean
water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor
immediately.
 Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Refer to Refueling in the Specific Safety Rules sec-
tion of this manual for additional safety information.
OPERATION
ETHANOL-BLENDED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It
is a violation of federal law and will damage
the unit and void your warranty. Only use
unleaded gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol.
NOTE: To improve performance when using
ethanol-blended fuels, we recommend the use of
Ethanol Shield 2-cycle lubricant.
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and
requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant.
Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine
lubricant in a clean container approved for gaso-
line. 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 auto-
motive 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 (50:1)
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
See Figure 2.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable
and explosive. 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.
 Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
 Loosen the fuel cap slowly.
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GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1 Gallon (US)
1 Liter 20 cc (20 ml)
2.6 oz.