Service Notes - Snapper R5000 Operator’s Manual & Safety Instructions

OFF SEASON STORAGE
Thoroughly clean all external surfaces and tines
before storing the Tiller. The Tiller may be stored on
end, however, the.following steps must be taken.
1. Drain gasoline from fuel system and drain the
engine crankcase oil (refer to engine manual for
details).
2. After standing the Tiller on end, check the plugs in
the chain case for leakage. After extended period,
some grease may seep thru upper bearing races.
Place small pan or towel on frame to catch the
grease.
3. At the start of the new season, replenish engine
crankcase oil and add gasoline to the fuel tank after
returning the Tiller to its wheels.
4. Before starting, move the ENGiNE CONTROL to
OFF and pull rope starter slowly several times. If ex¬
cessive resistance is felt, remove the spark plug and
pull rope starter rapidly to spin the engine and clear
oil from the cylinder. Clean and reinstall the spark
plug before attempting to start the engine.
SERVICE NOTES