Storage Precautions; Removal From Storage - Honda FG110 Owner's Manual

Adding Fuel Stabilizer To Extend Fuel Storage Life
When adding a fuel stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If
only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during
storage. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that
it contains only fresh gasoline.
Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
After adding a fuel stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes
to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in
the carburetor.
Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank to a suitable container (page 13).
2. Start the engine and allow it to run until the engine stops.
WARNING
B
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling
fuel.
• Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and
flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Engine Oil
Change the engine oil (page 9).
Carburetor & Air Cleaner
Clean the air filter (page 10) and move the choke lever to the
CLOSED (E) position.
Engine Cylinder
Remove the spark plug (page 11). Pour 1/4 tablespoon (1 ~ 3 cc) of
clean engine oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope several times to
distribute the oil in the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug. Pull the
starter rope slowly until resistance is felt; then return the starter grip
gently. This closes the valves so moisture cannot enter.
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STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

If your tiller will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor,
it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a
well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates
with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also
avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor or where power
tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity because that
promotes rust and corrosion.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the tiller to keep out
dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some
materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous
cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion.

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

Check your tiller as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter
(see page 4). If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill
the tank with fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for
refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline
oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the
engine will smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.