Preparing The Mower For Storage - Hayter Ranger 53 Pro Owner's Handbook Manual

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PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE

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PREPARING THE MOWER FOR STORAGE
Storage for periods in excess of 30 days: Engines stored in excess of 30
days need to be protected with Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or drained
of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential
carburettor parts. To ensure your mower is maintained in good working
orderitis important that the following procedure is adopted. Refer to the
Maintenance section as necessary.
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops.
Disconnect the spark plug lead. Change the engine oil.
Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil into the
engine cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not exceed the stated vol-
ume of oil as engine damage may occur on re-starting. Do not replace
the spark plug lead. Operate the engine stop lever and slowly pull the
engine start - grip once to crank the engine. This will distribute the oil
and help prevent engine corrosion.
Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder head cooling
fins, under top cowl, and around and behind muffler/muffler guard.
Clean all other areas of the mower and ensure that the grassbag is clean.
Lubricate the mower.
Treat metal parts with a water repellent anti-corrosion product.
Lower the handlebar, if desired.
Rest the mower deck on wooden blocks to remove the mower from its
wheels / roller.
Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a dry, ventilated
area.
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