Storage Precautions; Removal From Storage - Honda FG110 Owner's Manual

STORAGE
Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank to a suitable container (see page 25).
2. Start the engine (see page 13) and allow it to run until the engine stops.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Engine Oil
Change the engine oil (see page 18).
Carburetor & Air Cleaner
Clean the air filter (see page 20) and move the choke lever to the CLOSED () position.
Engine Cylinder
Remove the spark plug (see page 21). Pour 1/4 tablespoon (1 ~ 3 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Pull the
starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug. Pull the starter rope slowly
until resistance is felt then return the starter grip gently. This closes the valves so moisture cannot enter.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

If your tiller 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. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor, or
where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promotes rust and corrosion.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the tiller to keep out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can
ignite or melt some materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture,
promoting rust and corrosion.

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

Check your tiller as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual (see page 10). If the fuel was
drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling,
be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine will smoke briefly at startup. This is
normal.
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