Storage; Storage Preparation; Cleaning - Honda FRC800 Owner's Manual

STORAGE

STORAGE PREPARATION

Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your tiller trouble-
free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and
corrosion from impairing your tiller's function and appearance, and will
make the engine easier to start when you use the tiller again.

Cleaning

1.Wash the tiller, including the underside.
Engine
Wash the engine by hand, and be careful to prevent water from
entering the air cleaner.
• Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force
water into the air cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the
filter elements and can enter the carburetor or engine cylinder,
causing damage.
• Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour before
washing.
Tiller
If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the
tiller, be careful to avoid getting water on the belts.
Spraying water on hot tine shaft bearings can cause them to be
damaged from cooling too quickly.
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