Storage Precautions - Honda HRU216M1 Owner's Manual & Service Record Booklet

7. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE - continued

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

If your mower will be stored with petrol in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is
important to reduce the hazard of petrol vapour ignition. Select a well
ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame,
such as a furnace or water heater. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing
electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, humidity promotes rust and
corrosion.
Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank, turn the fuel valve to the
OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
Place the mower with its wheels on a level surface. Tilting can cause fuel or oil
leakage.
The handlebar can be folded for compact storage (see page 40).
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the mower to keep out dust.
A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials. Do not
use plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture around
the mower, promoting rust and corrosion.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during the storage preparation, the engine
will smoke briefly at start-up. This is normal.
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