AL-KO MS 2600 Betriebsanleitung Seite 20

Fuel and consumables
Safety instructions
Warning!
Petrol is highly flammable – Fire hazard!
„ Ensure that no fuel leaks from the engine, tank or fuel
lines.
„ Only mix and store petrol in approved containers.
„ Do not use any fuel mixture that has been stored for
more than 90 days.
„ Only refuel outdoors.
„ Do not smoke while refuelling.
„ Do not open the fuel cap while the engine is running
or hot.
„ Exchange the tank or fuel cap if damaged.
„ Always keep the fuel cap firmly closed.
„ Only empty the fuel tank outdoors.
„ If petrol has spilled out or been spilt:
„ Do not start the engine.
„ Avoid ignition attempts.
„ Clean the machine.
„ Allow leftover fuel to evaporate
Preparing a fuel mixture
If a mixing ratio of 50:1 is used, we recommend using a
special high-quality 2-stroke oil.
In the case of branded 2-stroke oils, we recommend a mix-
ing ratio of 25:1.
Tables of fuel mixing ratios
Mixing procedure
25 parts petrol:
1 part mixing oil
2-stroke oil
Mixing procedure
50 parts petrol:
1 part mixing oil
2-stroke oil
Pour petrol and corresponding oil into a suitable container
in accordance with the table. Mix both parts thoroughly.
20
Petrol Mixing oil
1 l 40 ml
3 l 120 ml
5 l 200 ml
Petrol Mixing oil
1 l 20 ml
3 l 60 ml
5 l 100 ml
Startup
Caution!
Always carry out a visual inspection before starting up
the machine.
„ Before use, ensure that all screws, nuts and bolts on the
device are securely fastened.
„ The machine must not be used with loose, damaged or
worn cutting parts and/or fastening elements.
„ Replace damaged or worn parts with original spare
parts.
„ Always operate the trimmer with the guard.
„ Always observe the operating instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the engine.
„ Observe local regulations regarding operating times.
Starting the engine
Warning!
Never run the engine indoors.
Toxic fumes!
Before start-up, shorten the cutting string to 13 cm
to avoid overloading the engine.
Choke settings:
CHOKE
When starting the machine, please note:
1. Lay the strimmer flat on the ground without obsta-
cles.
2. Make sure that the cutting tool is not touching other
objects or the ground.
3. Adopt a safe stance.
4. Hold the machine securely with the left hand. Take
hold of the starter cord with the right hand.
5. Do not stand or kneel on the support bar.
„ Always pull the starter cord straight out. Do not let it
snap back too quickly.
Translation of the original operating instructions
RUN