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500137-N - 3 iN. (7.6 cM) chiPPER ShREDDER
STORAGE
Refer to the maintenance sections for proper cleaning instructions.
Always disconnect the spark plug wire in times of inactivity,
maintenance, and storage. This will help to prevent any unintended
engine start ups.
Never store the chipper-shredder inside next to appliances
where there is a source of heat, open flame, spark or pilot light
because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
DO NOT store a chipper-shredder near fertilizer or any
corrosive material. Even with an empty gas tank, gasoline
vapors could ignite.
chipper-shredder Storage
1. The chipper-shredder needs to cool for at a minimum of 5
minutes before storing.
2. Clean the chipper-shredder before storage according to the
Maintenance section.
3. Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Engine Stored for Less than 30 Days
1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Run the engine for a minimum of 3 minutes with treated fuel
to cycle through the fuel system and carburetor.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the
engine.
5. Let the engine completely cool before cleaning and storage.
6. Clean the engine according to the Maintenance section.
WARNiNG
Engines Stored for Over 30 Days
1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.
2. Run the engine for a minimum of 3 minutes with treated fuel
to cycle through the fuel system and carburetor.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" position.
4. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the
engine.
5. Let the engine completely cool before cleaning and storage.
6. Clean the engine according to the Maintenance section.
7. Change the oil.
8. Remove the spark plug and pour about 1⁄2 ounce (14.8 mL)
of oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine slowly to distribute
the oil and lubricate the cylinder.
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