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If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important
to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away
from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes
dryer.
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Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor, or where power tools are
operated.
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If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promotes rust and corrosion.
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If there is gasoline in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in OFF position.
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Keep the engine level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
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With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep out dust. A hot engine
and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials.
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Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture around
the engine, promoting rust and corrosion.
ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER
TO EXTEND FUEL STORAGE LIFE
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For engine protection use Fuel stabiliser which is available at petrol stations.
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When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If only partially filled,
air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage. If you keep a container of
gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
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Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
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After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that
treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
OFF SEASON STORAGE
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, gasoline will oxidize
and deteriorate. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog
the fuel system. If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to have
the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced. The fuel can not be in
the engine longer than 14 days. If you leave it there longer it can cause damages on the engine,
these damages are not covered in the warranty. The addition of a fuel stabilizer to gasoline can
extend the life of fuel.
The following steps should be taken to prepare machine for storage.
1.
Empty the petrol tank with a suction pump after the last working of the season.
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WARNING!
Do not drain the petrol in closed rooms, in close proximity of open fire, etc. Do not
smoke! Petrol fumes can cause explosion or fire.
2.
Start the engine and let it run until it has used up all remaining petrol and stalls.
3.
Remove the spark plug. Use an oilcan to fill approx. 20 ml recommended motor oil into
the combustion chamber (fig. 29). Operate the starter to evenly distribute the oil in
the combustion chamber. Replace the spark plug.
4.
Replace spark plug.
5.
Replace engine oil.
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