Storage - Hayter Spirit 41 Instruction Manual

MOWER MAINTENANCE

Storage

To store the handlebar, unscrew the 2 small securing knobs
sufficiently to allow it to be pivoted forwards to rest against the
mower. Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become
snagged at the pivot point and depress the engine stop lever to
prevent it being damaged through contact with the engine spark
plug.
(Refer fig.33)
Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with
Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum
from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts.
To ensure your mower is maintained in good working order it
is important that the following procedure is adopted. Refer to
Maintenance section as necessary.
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops.
Disconnect the spark plug lead.
Change the engine oil.
Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into
the cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not exceed the stated
volume of oil as engine damage may occur on restarting. Do
not replace the spark plug lead. Slowly pull the engine start grip
once to crank the engine. This will distribute the oil and help
prevent engine corrosion.
Fig. 32
Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder head
cooling fins, under top cowl, around and behind exhaust /
exhaust guard and ensure that the grassbag is clean.
Lubricate the mower and treat metal parts with a water repellent
anti-corrosion product.
Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a dry,
ventilated area.
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