Transporting/Storage - Honda GXI 20 Owner's Manual

10. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
When transporting the engine, turn the fuel valve to the OFF
position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or
spilled fuel may ignite.
Before storing the unit for an extended period;
1. Be sure the storage area is free
of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Drain the fuel
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a.
b.
C.
d.
With the fuel valve
in the OFF position, remove and empty the sedi-
ment cup.
Turn the fuel valve to the
ON position and drain the gasoline from the
fuel tank into a suitable container.
Replace the sediment cup and tighten securely.
Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw. Drain the gasoline
into a suitable container.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area.
SEDIMENT CUP
DRAIN SCREW
3. Change the eng
4. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the
oil, then reinstall the spark plug.
5. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt. Continue pulling until
the notch on the starter pulley aligns with the hole on the recoil starter
(see illustration below). At this point, the intake and exhaust valves are
closed, and this
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rotect the engine from internal corrosion.
Align the arrow on the starter pulley
with the hole at the top of recoil starter.
6.
Electric starter type: Remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry
place. Recharge it once a month.
7.
Cover the engine t o keep out dust.
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