Storage; Long-Term Storage (30 Days Or More) - Echo HC-331ES Operator's Manual

Long-term storage (30 days or more)

Do not store in sealed locations filled with fuel gas, or close to naked flames or sparks.
You could cause a fire.
When storing the product for long periods of time (30 days or more), ensure that the following preparations for stor-
age are carried out.
1. Ignition switch
1. Spark plug
WARNING
2. Throttle trigger
2. Spark plug wire

Storage

1. Empty the fuel tank completely.
A. Remove any fuel from the fuel tank.
B. Alternately press and release the purge bulb a number
of times to remove the fuel from the purge bulb.
C. Start the engine and run it at idle speed until it comes to
a natural stop.
2. Move the ignition switch to the Stop position.
3. Wipe clean any grease, oil, dust, dirt and other materials on
the outside of the hedge trimmer.
4. Perform the periodic checks prescribed in this manual.
5. Check that the screws and nuts are tightened. Tighten up
any that are loose.
6. Remove the spark plug and add the appropriate quantity
(around 10 mL) of clean, new 2-stroke engine oil to the cyl-
inder via the installation socket.
A. Place a piece of clean cloth over the spark plug installa-
tion socket.
B. Pull 2 or 3 times on the starter grip to distribute the en-
gine oil into the cylinder.
C. Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole.
Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston
reaches the top of its travel and leave it there.
7. Fit the spark plug. (Do not connect the spark plug cap. )
8. Lubricate the blades with a heavy coat of oil to prevent rust.
9. Once the product is sufficiently cool and dry, fit the blade
cover onto the cutter blade and wrap the engine section in a
plastic bag or other covering before putting them in storage.
10. Store the product in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach
of children and other unauthorized persons.
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