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Gas and oil mixture?

I bought a Homelite 3314 at a yard sale and it runs great but does this model use mixed gas?If so what is the ratio? 50:1? Also,what weight oil is sufficient for the chain lubrication?
Walt, May 2009
For god sake do not run it on neat fuel, all modern chainsaws use two stroke oil and would generally use a 30:1 - 40:1 mix just to make sure - seized engine verses a little smoke - know which one I would preffer.

Bar oil can be bought from screwfix.com for £4 a litre or just use the Stihl oil - 5 litres circa £12 - only use alternatives as an emergency option

Steve, May 2009
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