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Prepare your chipper-shredderfor storageat the end
of the season or if the unitwillnot be used for 30 days
or more.
A
WARNING:
Never store machinewith fuel
in the fuel tank inside of building where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark,
or where ignitionsourcesare present such
as hot water end space heaters, furnaces,
clothes dryers, stoves, electricmotors,etc.
A yearly check-up by your local Sears service center
is a good way to make certain your chipper-shredder
will provide maximum performance for the next
season.
CHIPPER-SHREDDER
Clean the chipper-shredderthoroughly.
Wipe unitwith an oiled rag to prevent rust (use a
light oil or silicone).
ENGINE
IMPORTANT; It is importantto prevent gum deposits
from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as
carburetor,fuel filter,fuel hose, or tank during
storage. Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol
blendedfuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attractmoisturewhich leads to
separationand formationof acids duringstorage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
Drain the fuel tank.
Start the engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.
Drain carburetor by pressingupward on bowl
drain which is located belowthe carburetor.
Never use engine or carburetorcleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternativein
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage.
Add stabilizerto gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container.
Always follow the mix ratiofound on stabilizer
container.
Run engine at least 10 minutesafter adding
stabilizerto allow the stabilizerto reach the
carburetor.
Do not drain the gas tank and carburetorif using
fuel stabilizer.Drain all the oilfrom the
crankcase (this shouldbe done after the engine
has been operated and is stillwarm) and refill
the crankcase with fresh oil.
If you have drainedthe fuel tank, protectthe
inside of the engine as follows.
Remove spark plug,pour approximately 1/2
ounce (approximatelyone tablespoon) of engine
oil intocylinderand crank slowlyto distributeoil.
Replace spark plug.
OTHER
Do not store gasolinefrom one season to
another.
Replace yourgasoline can if your can startsto
rust. Rust and/or dirtin your gasolinewill cause
problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not
store next to corrosivematerials, such as
fertilizer.
NOTE; ff storing in an unventilated or metal storage
shed, be certain torustproofthe equipment by coating
with a light oil or silicone.
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