Storage Precautions - Honda GX270 Owner's Manual

HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS
Engine Oil
1. Change the engine oil (see page 25).
Engine Cylinder
1. Remove the spark plug (see page 30).
2. Pour a tablespoon (5 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
3. Pull the starter rope several times to disribute the oil in the cylinder.
4. Reinstall the spark plug.
5. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt and the notch on
the starter pulley aligns with the hole at the top of the recoil starter
cover. This will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the engine
cylinder. Return the starter rope gently.

Storage Precautions

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.
Leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF position at the source to reduce
the possibility of fuel leakage.
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Align notch on pulley
with hole at top of cover.