Storage; Long Term Storage - Echo HCR-161ES Operator's Manual

Ignition switch
STOP
Throttle trigger

STORAGE

LONG TERM STORAGE

(Over 30 Days)
DO NOT STORE IN AN ENCLOSURE WHERE
FUEL FUMES MAY ACCUMULATE OR REACH AN
OPEN FLAME OR SPARK.
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time
(30 days or longer) without performing protective
storage maintenance which includes the following:
1. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil
starter handle several times to remove fuel from the
carburettor.
2. Place the ignition switch in the STOP position.
3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris
from exterior of unit.
4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are
required.
5. Tighten all the screws, bolts and nuts.
6. Remove the spark plug and pour 1/2 tablespoon of
fresh, clean, 2-stroke engine oil into the cylinder
through the spark plug hole.
A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.
B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2 or 3 times to
distribute the oil inside the engine.
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. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition
cable).
8. Lubricate the blades with a heavy coat of oil to
prevent rust.
9. Once the unit is sufficiently cool and dry, fit the
blade cover onto the trimmer blade and wrap the
engine section in a plastic bag or other covering
before putting them in storage.
10. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach
of children and other unauthorized persons.
NOTE
For future reference, you should keep this operator's
manual.
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