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SECTION
11" OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
WARNING:
Never
store
engine
with
fuel
in
tank
indoors
or
in
poorly
ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may
reach an open flame, spark or pilot light
as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer or other gas appliance.
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare for
storage as follows:
1.
2_
3.
Remove all gasoline from carburetor
and fuel
tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on
these parts and causing possible malfunction of
engine.
Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine
stops due to lack of fuel.
Drain carburetor by pressing
upward on bowl
drain, located below the carburetor cover.
WARNING:
Drain fuel into approved
container
outdoors,
away
from
open
flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not
smoke. Fuel left In engine during warm
weather
deteriorates
and
will
cause
serious starting problems.
NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative
in minimizing the formation
of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank
or storage container. Always follow mix ratio found
on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10
minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach
carburetor. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel
stabilizer.
4.
Remove
all dirt from exterior
of engine
and
equipment.
5_
Remove spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of
engine oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.
Cover spark plug hole with rag. Crank engine
several times to distribute
oil. Replace
spark
plug.
6.
Follow lubrication recommendations in section
.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment
in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care
should be taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a
light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially
any chains, springs, bearings and cables.
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