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8. LONG TERM STORAGE
PREPARATION
FOR STORAGE
The engine
becomes
very
hot during
operation
and remains
hot for a while
after
stopping.
Allow
the engine
to cool
before
storing.
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Contact
with a hot engine or exhaust
system can cause serious
burns or fires.
Let the engine
cool before
storing.
The following
steps
should
be taken
to protect
the lawn
tractor
whenever
it will
be stored
for longer
than
30 days.
1. Pump
all gasoline
from
the fuel tank
into an approved
gasoline
contain-
er.
Loosen
the
carburetor
drain
screw,
and drain
the fuel
into
an approved
gasoline
container.
After
draining
tighten
the drain
screw
securely.
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Gasoline
is extremely
flammable,
and gasoline
vapor can ex-
plode,
causing
serious
injury or death.
Use extreme
care when
handling
gasoline.
Keep
flames
and sparks
away,
and do not smoke
in the area.
NOTE:
If gasoline
is not drained
before
storage,
fuel system
damage
may
result.
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