Off-Season Storage - Craftsman 247.762461 Operator's Manual

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Preparing The Engine
For engines stored over 30 days:
To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on carburetor parts, run
engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive to the gas
in the tank. If you use a gas additive, run the engine for several minutes to
circulate the additive through the carburetor—after which the engine and
fuel can be stored up to 24 months.
While engine is still warm, change the oil.
Clean engine of surface debris.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Never store edger with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas
where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a
furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance.
WARNING
Preparing The Edger
Clean and lubricate edger thoroughly as described in the lubrication
instructions.
Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.
Coat edger blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting.
Refer to Preparing the Engine for correct engine storage instructions.
Store edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such
as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage
shed, care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone,
coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of your edger before
storage.
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