Homelite HBL26BVB, Instructions Manual

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before fuelling.

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Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities 

larger than usable in a 30-day period. A 

synthetic 2-stroke lubricant containing a 

fuel stabiliser is recommended.

1 L 

+ 

20 mL   = 

2 L  

+ 

40 mL   =

3 L 

+   60 mL   = 

50:1 (2%)

4 L  

+   80 mL   = 

5 L  

+   100 mL  =

FILLING THE TANK

 WARNING

Petrol is extremely flammable and explosive. 

A fire or explosion from petrol will burn you 

and others. Always shut off engine before 

fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with 

a running or hot engine. Move at least 9 m 

from refuelling site before starting engine. 

Do not smoke and stay away from open 

flames and sparks. Failure to safely handle 

fuel  could result in serious personal injury.

1.  Clean the surface around the fuel cap to 

prevent contamination.

2.  Loosen the fuel cap slowly.

3.  Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.

4.  Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket 

before replacing the fuel cap.

5.  Replace the fuel cap and tighten it. Do not 

cross thread the fuel cap.

6.  Wipe spilled fuel from the product.

7.  Move at least 9m away from refuelling area 

before starting the product.

NOTE:

 It is normal for smoke to be emitted 

from a new engine during first use.

 WARNING

Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap 

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.

OXYGENATED FUELS

Do not use E85 fuel. It will void your warranty.

NOTE: 

Fuel system damage or performance 

problems resulting from the use of an 

oxygenated fuel containing more than the 

percentages of oxygenates stated previously 

are not covered under warranty.
Petrol containing up to 10% ethanol by volume 

(commonly referred to as E10) or 15% ethanol 

by volume (commonly referred to as E15) are 

acceptable. Do not use E85 fuel.

USING THE BLOWER

See page 25.

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To keep from scattering debris, blow 

around the outer edges of a debris pile. 

Never blow directly into the center of a pile.

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Operate power equipment at reasonable 

hours only - not early in the morning or late 

at night when people might be disturbed. 

Comply with the times listed in local 

ordinances.

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To reduce sound levels, limit the number of 

pieces of equipment used at any one time 

and operate blower at the lowest possible 

throttle speed to do the job. This may also 

reduce vibration levels.

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Conserve water by using power blowers 

instead of hoses for many lawn and 

garden applications, including areas such 

as screens, patios, grills, porches, and 

gardens.

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Check your equipment before operation, 

especially the silencer, air intakes, and air