Stopping The Snow Thrower; Storage/Transport Procedures - Yardworks 270-3250 Owner's Manual

STOPPING THE SNOW THROWER
When you are finished using the snow thrower, perform the following steps to shut it
down:
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Move the snow thrower away from any snow piles.
Run the auger and impeller for 30 seconds to clear any remaining snow inside the
snow thrower.
Set the engine switch to the "off' position. This will stop the motor.
Move the fuel valve lever to the "off' position.
Dust snow off of all snow thrower surfaces.
WARNING: Allow the snow thrower to cool for several minutes before touching
areas that become hot during use.
CAUTION: Allowing gas to sit in the snow thrower fuel tank for long periods of
time without use can make it difficult to start the snow thrower in the future. Never
store snow thrower for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank.
STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES
A CAUTION: Never place any type of storage cover on the snow thrower while it
is still hot.
When transporting or storing your snow thrower for extended periods of time:
• Empty the gas tank (see "Emptying the Gas Tank" in the "Maintenance"
section).
• Disconnect the spark plug.
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
• Keep the snow thrower in a cool dry area.
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