38 Storage; Fuel System Draining - Cub Cadet RZT 50 Operator's Manual

38 STORAGE
Fuel System Draining
Engine to be stored over 30 days shouldbe com-
pletely drained of fuel to preventgum depositsform-
ingon essentialc_a_uretor parts,fuel filter and tank,
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be
explosive under certain conditions,
Drain fuel before storing the equipment for
extended periods.
Drain gasoline in a wall=ventilated a_a away
from any source of flame or sparks, includ-
ing any appliances with a pilot light, Store
gasoline in an approved container in safe lo-
cation,
= Clean eve_ pa_ of the engine,
• Be sure that the engine switch or switch key is
positionedat "OFF"position,
• Close the fuel valve and remove the sediment
bowl.
• Put a pan under the fuel valve to receive the
drained gasolineand open the fuel valve to drain
the gasoline from fuel tank completely.
• Install the sediment bowl,
• Put a pan under the carburetor and loosen the
drain screwof the ca_uretor to drain the gasoline
completely.
• Tighten the drain screw,
A. Fuel Drain Screw
B. Pan
Gasoline is a toxic substence. Dispose of
gasoline properly. Contact your local au_or-
ities for approved disposal methods.
• Removethe spark plugs and pour approx I ~ 2 mL
(0,06 ~ 0.1 cu in,) of engine oil throughthe spark
plug holes and then screw the spark plugsin after
turning the engine a few times, Slowly turn the
engine until you fee{ compressionand then leave
itthem. Thistraps the air inside the cylindersand
preventsrust inside the engine.
• Wipe the bodywith oily cloth.
• Wrap the engine with plasticsheeting and store it
in a dry place.
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• Change engine oil for next use after period of
storage. Refer Io MAINTENANCE chapterfor Oil
Change section).
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