Honda HRA215 Owner's Manual page 54

10. STORAGE
4. For prolonged storage, perform these additional steps:
For storage of 1 or 2 months:
For storage of 1 or 2 months, be sure the fuel tank is full. If partially filled, air
in the tank will promote fuel oxidation and deterioration, resulting in bad fuel
that may cause hard starting. Deteriorated fuel may also clog carburetor passages,
requiring carburetor repair or replacement.
NOTE: The Distributor's Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage
or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation.
a. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline, and add a gasoline conditioner, such
as HONDA GAS CONDITIONER, which is formulated to extend fuel storage
life.
b. Run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline
has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
c . Stop the engine, turn the fuel valve OFF, and allow the engine to cool before
placing the mower in storage.
For storage of more than 2 months:
a.
b.
C.
Change the engine oil (see page 36).
Remove the spark plug (see page 40).
Pour a tablespoon of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope
several times to distribute the oil in
the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug.
SPARK PLUG HOLE
NOTE: While the spark plug is _
removed, inspect the plug, and clean,
gap, or replace it if necessary.
Pull the starter rope until you feel
resistance. This closes the valves,
which helps to protect the cylinder
from corrosion.
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