Storage - Snapper 6HP Operator's Manual

PREPARE FOR STORAGE
Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage.
Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on
preparing the engine for storage.
1. Protect wheels and axles from rust:
- Loosen locking bolt inside wheel. Slide wheel
toward machine.
- Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.
- Move wheel back into position and snug locking
bolt. Back off locking bolt 1/16 turn and lock jam
nut.
2. Drain fuel system completely following engine
manufacturer's instructions or add fuel stabilizer to
prevent fuel from gumming up during extended
storage period.
3. While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the
engine. Refill with fresh oil of the recommended
grade.
4. Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.
5. Remove spark plug, pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil
into spark plug hole.
6. Plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil
evenly in cylinder head area.
7. Reinstall spark plug.
8. Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you
have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not
drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions
and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the
possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes.
Remember, gasoline fumes can travel to distant
sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of
explosion and fire.
9. If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or
tampering, remove the spark plug and store it in a
safe place before storing the rototiller unit away. Be
sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent foreign
material from entering.
Do not store tiller in an unventilated area where
fuel fumes may reach flame, sparks, pilot lights
or an ignited object. Drain fuel outdoors away from
any ignition sources. Use only approved fuel
containers.
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