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10. STORAGE
4. For prolonged storage, perform these additional steps:
For storage
of 1 or 2 months:
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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 FUEL STABILIZER, which is formulated to extend fuel
storage
life
R 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.
I
C.
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Change the engine oil (see page
34).
Remove the spark plug (see page
38). 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.
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.
SPARK PLUG HOLE
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