Storage
Each fall, or before you store your Mantis® XP Tiller for any long period, be sure to take these measures:
! WARNING • DANGER !
DO NOT STORE IN AN AREA WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY
ACCUMULATE AND REACH A FLAME OR SPARK.
1.Do not store your Tiller with fuel still in it. Even under ideal conditions, stored fuel containing ethanol or MTBE can start to go stale in 30 days. And, since stale fuel has a high gum content, it can clog the carburetor, this, in turn, will restrict fuel flow. Therefore, when you’re ready to store your Tiller, or will not be using it for more than 2 weeks, drain the fuel tank completely.
2.Next, restart the engine to make sure no fuel is left in the carburetor. Then, run the engine until it stops. This will prevent gum deposits, forming inside of the carburetor and possible engine damage.
3.Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the spark plug. Slowly pull the starter cord once.
4.Inspect the spark plug, and if necessary, clean it. If you need to replace it, buy a
5 Install the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected.
6.Clean the air filter as described in your 4 Stroke Tiller Engine Manual.
7.Clean dirt, grass and other materials from the entire machine.
8.Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with
9. Oil the throttle cable and all visible moving parts. (Do not remove the engine cover.)
10. Check the grease level in the worm gear housing as described on page 15.
11. Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or broken. Just call
12. Store your Tiller in an
upright position in a clean, dry place. You can store with the handles in an extended position or folded down.
13. To fold the handles, follow these easy steps: Loosen the handle knobs (#53) then fold the handles forward. Tighten knob securely. Your handles are now folded and ready to store in a smaller area.
14. Do you have fuel left over from last season? Dispose of it properly. Buy fresh oil and gasoline next season.
15. Remove Tilling Tines or attachments and lightly oil tine shaft at least once a year.
You may store your Mantis Tiller with the handles upright as in Picture 1 or with the handles folded down, as in Picture 2.
Picture 1
Do not store the tiller lying flat on its front, back, or side.
Picture 2
! IMPORTANT !
It is important to store your 4 Stroke Mantis Tiller in an upright position. Laying the Tiller on its side will cause the oil to leak out of the engine through the air cleaner case.
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