Fuel Guidance for Your Garden Machinery – Using E5 (Super Unleaded) Instead of E10

✅ What is E5 Petrol?

E5 petrol is a type of unleaded fuel containing up to 5% ethanol. It is suitable for most petrol engines, including those used in garden machinery such as lawn mowers and two-stroke tools.

⚙️ Fuel Compatibility

Lawn Mowers & 2-Stroke Engines: Most machines made after 2002 are suitable for E5 fuel. Older models may not be ethanol-safe.
Always check your user manual to confirm the correct fuel type.

🛠 Using E5 Fuel – Best Practices

Refuelling: Use a funnel with gauze to prevent debris entering the tank.
Fill slowly to avoid overflows.
Storage: Keep petrol in a cool, dry place.
Use a fuel stabilizer if storing for more than 30 days.
For 2-Stroke Engines: Use the correct petrol-to-oil mix (check your manual for the ratio).
Before Each Use: Check stored fuel for cloudiness, separation, or off smells. Replace if unsure.

🌿 Cleaner Fuel Alternative: Aspen Fuel

We highly recommend Aspen 2 (for 2-stroke) or Aspen 4 (for 4-stroke) machines.

Why Aspen?

No ethanol
5-year shelf life
Better for your engine
Virtually odourless
Reduces emissions and health risks
Ready-mixed for 2-stroke engines

👉 At Broadfield Mowers, we use Aspen fuel in all our repairs, services and new machines.