Off-Season Storage - MTD Series 140 through E173 Operator's Manual

SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel
in tank indoors or in enclosed, 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.
• Clean snow thrower thoroughly.
• Lubricate as instructed above with a light oil.
• Follow "Storage" instructions found in the separate
Engine Operator's Manual. Preparing the engine
for storage properly is important to prevent
problems next season.
• Store in a clean, dry area. Block the snow thrower
up so it is not resting on the rubber auger blades.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care
should be taken to rustproof the equipment, especially
springs, cables and all moving parts.
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