Honda GXV160 Owner's Manual page 12

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Engine Oil
1. Change the engine oil (see page
2. Remove the spark plug (see page
3. Pour a tablespoon 5 10 cm (5 10 cc) of clean engine oil into
the cylinder.
4. Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the
cylinder.
5. Reinstall the spark plug.
6. Pull the starter grip slowly to the direction of the arrow as show
below until resistance is felt. This will close the valves so
moisture cannot enter the engine cylinder. Return the starter
rope gently.
Storage Precautions
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and
carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor
ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any
appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water
heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-
producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that
promotes rust and corrosion.
Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank, turn the fuel
valve lever to the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel
leakage.
Keep the engine level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil
leakage.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to
keep out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt
some materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover.
A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the engine,
promoting rust and corrosion.
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Removal from Storage
Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION
CHECKS section of this manual (see page ).
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with
fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be
sure it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and
deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the
engine will smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.
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