P1 P5100SPE User Manual page 42

Maintenance & Care
Storage
CAUTION - When storing the machine,
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make sure it has been cleaned as in the
section above. You can use a light oil or
silicone spray to coat the equipment.
NOTE - If storing the lawn mower for a period
of 30 days or more, you must follow proper
storage and winterisation guidelines to avoid
any possible issues with your lawn mower.
Incorrect storage can lead to possible fueling
or engine issues that will not be covered by
the warranty.
The following steps should be taken to
prepare your lawnmower for storage.
1. Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank and then
run the lawn mower until it has completely run
out of fuel to clear the remaining fuel from the
fuel lines and carburetor.
2. Drain the oil from the engine as set out on
page 16.
3. With the lawn mower drained of all fluids,
follow the cleaning instructions as set out on
page 41.
4. Follow the maintenance section and check,
service or replace serviceable items if
required. Check the blade to make sure that
it is ready for the following season – This will
allow you to get it sharpened correctly. Use a
light oil or silicone spray to help prevent the
blade from rusting.
5. Using a silicone spray grease, lightly coat
the lawn mower blade to prevent possible
rusting during storage.
6. Using a silicone spray grease, lightly grease
all moving parts on the lawn mower.
7. Drain engine oil and replace with new
SAE 30 or15w40 engine oil, fill to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
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8. Remove the spark plug and pour 1
teaspoon of fresh engine oil down the cylinder
bore. Cover the spark plug hole with a lint free
clean cloth, ensuring no dirt or debris falls into
the cylinder chamber and gently pull the recoil
starter handle to coat the cylinder bore with
the fresh oil.
9. Refit the spark plug.
10. Once all work above is carried out store
the machine in a clean, cool and dry place
away from sources of ignition and varying
changes in temperature. DO NOT store a
machine that has not been given time to fully
cool down.
11. The handle can be folded down to save
spare during storage. Be careful not to trap
any of the operating cables when folding or
unfolding the handle. Do not stack anything on
top of the lawn mower.
Transportation And Handling
1. Whenever the machine is to be handled,
lifted, transported or tilted you must:
- Wear sturdy work gloves
- Hold the machine at the points that offer a
safe grip, taking into account the weight and
relative distribution of the same
- Use an appropriate number of people for the
weight of the machine and the characteristics
of the vehicle or the place where it must be
placed or collected
- You must make sure that machine
movements do not cause petrol leaks,
damage or injuries.
2. During transport, make sure to fasten the
machine securely with cables or chains.