MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
WARNING: Do not remove petrol while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Petrol fumes can cause an explosion or a fire.
When the machine is put in storage for thirty days or more, follow the steps below to make sure the machine is in good condition the following season.
Trimmer
SCompletely clean the machine.
SPut the machine in a building that has good ventilation.
Engine
To prevent engine damage when the ma- chine is in storage for 30 days or more, fol- low the steps below:
SLet the engine run until it is out of petrol.
SDrain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the engine crankcase with new oil.
SRemove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil starter handle so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug in the cylinder.
SClean dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing.
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