Before Storage; Protect Fuel System; After Storage - Craftsman 107.280340 Operator's Manual

Before
Storage
Before storing the unit perform the following steps:
1. Turn the mower blade OFF, move the transmission
shift lever to Neutral (N), set the parking brake, and
remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
3. Remove battery and store in a cool place. Recharge
about once a month. If the battery is left in the unit,
disconnect the negative cable.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale
fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel
system or on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel
fresh, use Briggs & Stratton FRESH START® fuel stabi-
lizer, available as a liquid additive or a drip concentrate
cartridge.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a
fuel stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the
engine for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout
the fuel system. The engine and fuel can then be stored
up to 24 months.
If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container.
Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of
a fuel stabilizer in the storage container is recommended
to maintain freshness.
After Storage
Before starting the unit after it has been stored:
1. Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
2. Fill with FRESH fuel.
3. After starting, allow the engine to warm before
operating.
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