Honda EW171 Owner's Manual page 35

1. Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw. Drain the gasoline into
a suitable container.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions Perform this task in a well ventilated area with the engine
stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area during this
procedure.
DRAIN SCREW
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Change the engine oil.
Remove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil,
then reinstall the spark plug.
Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. At this point, the piston is
coming up on its compression stroke and both the intake and exhaust
valves are closed. Storing the engine in this position will help to protect it
from internal corrosion.
the starter pulley
top of recoil starter.
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