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46 September 2015 Landscape and Irrigation www.landscapeirrigation.com ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES ETHANOL-FREE FUEL & ADDITIVES B3C FUEL SOLUTIONS OFFERS PRODUCTS TO COMBAT ETHANOL-BLENDED FUEL-RELATED ISSUES Today's modern gasoline contains ethanol, which attracts water and causes issues such as phase separation (ethanol/water mix separates out and settles on the bottom of a fuel tank), corrosion, fuel decay, instability and contami- nants. This ethanol/water mixture is corrosive. As this mixture moves from a fuel tank into an engine, it causes many problems, including — but not limited to — varnish, gum, severe corro- sion, dried and brittle rubber and plastic parts, and accelerated fuel decay. The end result is often an engine that will not start or may start but runs poorly. However, B3C Fuel Solutions' products can be used to test, fix, and prevent fuel-related issues. Test: Knowing fuel quality is the first step to fixing and preventing fuel-related issues. Now you can check the gas in a unit to see if it is a fuel-related issue by using Gasoline Test Swabs. The Test Swabs will check the gas to see if it is fresh, marginal (decaying) or bad, and if there is water present. Fix: Mechanic In A Bottle synthetic fuel additive works in 2-cycle and 4-cycle gasoline engines. It removes all varnish in the fuel system without having to remove the carburetor, removes carbon deposit and water, reconditions rubber and plastic components, and revitalizes old fuel. Mechanic In A Bottle rejuvenates fuel systems, so they start efficiently and operate in top condition. Prevent: How can you make sure that the unit will start? By using Ethanol Shield Fuel Stabilizer in the gas at all times, the fuel will stay fresh, and ethanol will not be an issue. The fuel will not be the reason the engine will not start. This means that there is an actual issue with the engine that needs service. BRIGGS & STRATTON ADVANCED FORMULA FUEL TREATMENT & STABILIZER Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treat- ment & Stabilizer is a super-concentrated, 5-in-1 formula developed by small-engine experts to pro- tect against the harmful effects of ethanol-blended fuel in small engines. Unlike other fuel treatment and stabilizer products, the formula contains no al- cohol, which can compound the damaging effects associated with ethanol due to moisture. Up to 3 years of fuel stabilization with the help of triple anti-oxidant metal part protection. Hard-working detergent cleans the fuel system to prevent carburetor gumming and varnish. Metal de-activators and corrosion inhibi- tors guard against rust and degradation. Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treat- ment & Stabilizer prevents ethanol problems in all 2-cycle and 4-cycle gasoline engines, and it is an ideal product for easy engine starting and long-duration outdoor power equipment storage. BRIGGS & STRATTON ADVANCED FORMULA ETHANOL-FREE FUEL Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Ethanol- free Fuel is a line of premium stabilizer and fuel blends specifically designed to make operation of 2-cycle and 4-cycle gasoline engines smoother, while maintaining performance and reliability. It also contains a fuel-stabilizing ingredient to maximize fuel storage life and prevent carburetor gumming, varnish, and corrosion. Ethanol-free fuel is application-ready, which means no mixing and no mess. It is available in 3 blends, including: 4-cycle fuel for outdoor power equipment such as lawn mowers and chipper/shredder. A combination of ethanol-free fuel and stabilizer. 40:1 and 50:1 fuel for 2-cycle engines such as leaf blowers and string trimmers. A combination of ethanol-free fuel, synthetic oil and stabilizer. GOLD EAGLE EXPANDS STA-BIL 360° PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY Gold Eagle Co., makers of the STA-BIL brand of fuel stabilizers and ethanol treatments, an- nounced that the company is revolutionizing and expanding its successful STA-BIL 360° product line. The new STA-BIL lineup will incorporate its unique 360° technology across many of its products for automotive, boating and small engines. The streamlined portfolio now offers the industry's latest technology featuring 5-in-1 engine performance-boosting benefits, while providing customers the same STA-BIL fuel stabilization and protection they have known and trusted for decades. STA-BIL scientists developed these innova- tive products to help restore power, maximize fuel economy, prevent ethanol damage, clean the fuel system, and provide a smooth idle. STA-BIL 360° Performance Small Engine Formula is ideal for use in small engines, including lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, generators and more, and it comes in 4-ounce bottles. And like all STA-BIL brand products, the enhanced formulas stabilize fuel for up to 1 year. STA-BIL 360° products are safe and recommended for use in all types of gasoline and are recommended for use at every fill-up for year-round protection.