Off-Season Storage, Short-Term Storage | Cub Cadet 928 SWE, 945 SWE

Off-Season Storage

If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years.

NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more detailed information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage.

Short-Term Storage

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts of the engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during short-term storage (15-30 days). To prevent this, treat the fuel system using a fuel stabilizer.

Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL™ or ULTRA-FRESH™) is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor.

WARNING! Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.

Long-Term Storage

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer.

1.Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine.

2.Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with a rag and crank the engine several times to distribute the oil. Replace spark plug.

WARNING! Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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