Ryobi RY5018 Manual Del Operador página 12

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)
GASOLINE
1 Gallon (US)
1 Liter
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, by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Carefully pour the fuel mixture into the tank.
Avoid spillage.
 Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
o-ring.
 Immediately replace the fuel cap and hand
tighten, by turning clockwise. Wipe up any fuel
spillage.
OPERATION
 Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area
NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke
during and after the first use.
LUBRICANT
2.6 oz.
20 cc (20 ml)
ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT
See Figure 3.
Use a bar and chain lubricant designed for lubricat-
ing chain saw chains. They are formulated to extend
bar and chain life by protecting against wear and
reducing friction and heat. Chain saw should use
approximately one tank of lubricant per tank of fuel.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used, or otherwise con-
taminated lubricants. Damage will occur to the oil
pump, bar, or chain.
 Carefully pour the bar and chain lubricant into
 Fill the oil tank every time you fuel the engine.
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before starting the product.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never
remove fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with
a running or hot engine. Make sure unit is sit-
ting 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. Imme-
diately replace fuel cap after fueling and tighten
securely. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site
before starting the engine. Do not smoke and
stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in a fire
and possible serious personal injury.
the oil tank.
Fig. 2