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D How to Prepare for Storage
WARNING
Never store the tiller indoors with fuel in the fuel tank. Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. Allow engine to cool before storing unit.
WARNING
Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or
When the tiller is put in storage for thirty days or more, the following steps should be followed to make sure the tiller is in good condition the next season.
1. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
2. Change the oil by following instructions under “How to Change the Oil.”
3. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the
WARNING
DO NOT attach spark plug wire to spark plug when storing unit.
4.Clean tiller. Remove all dirt, leaves, debris, grease, etc. from the tiller - including cylinder cooling fans, recoil starter cover holes, under fuel tank, and under muffler.
5.Check the tiller for worn or damaged parts. Have damaged parts replaced if necessary.
6.Tighten any loose hardware.
7.Apply lubrication as directed in Maintenance section.
8.Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation.
9.Cover the tiller with a breathing material.
Technical Service
You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this TILLER. If so, you can contact our Technical Service Department at
You may also write to:
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
6700 Wildlife Way
Long Grove, IL 60047
When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your Phone Number
If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL TOLL FREE:
•Model Number of Product
•Date of Purchase (include copy of receipt for written requests)
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