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IIIWAI'_NINLi:
Perform
the following
steps after each use:
• Allow engh_e to cool before storing or trans-
porting.
Store unit and fuel h_aweII ventilated
area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks
or
open flames
from water
heaters,
electric
motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally
cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children,
SEASONAL
STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
• Clean
the
entire
unit
before
lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Ughtly oil external
metal surfaces.
FUEL
SYSTEM
Under
FUELING
ENGINE
in the
OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message
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beled IMPORTANT
regarding
the use of ga-
sohol in your engh_e.
Fuel stabilizer
is an acceptable
alternative
in
minimizh_g the formation
of fuel gum deposits
during storage.
Add stabilizer
to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel storage
contah_er. Fol-
low the mix instructions
found
on stabilizer
container.
Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
HELPFUL
TIP
During storage of your gas/
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ENGINE
• Remove
spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon
of
40:1,2-cycle
engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark
plug
opening.
Slowly
pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute
oil.
• Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended
type and heat range.
• Clean air filter.
• Check
entire unit for loose screws,
nuts,
and bolts. Replace
any damaged,
broken,
or worn parts.
• At the beginning
of the next season,
use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline
from one season to
another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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