Harbor Freight Tools 68375 manual Fuel, Battery, After Storage

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Storage

When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than

20 days, prepare the engine for storage as follows:

1.CLEANING:

Wait for engine to cool, then clean engine with dry cloth. NOTICE: Do not clean using water. The water will gradually enter the engine and cause rust damage.

Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all metal parts.

2.FUEL:

WARNING! To prevent serious injury from fire:

Drain the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before draining fuel. Do not smoke.

a.Place a funnel leading to a proper gasoline container below the carburetor.

Air Filter

Cover

Muffler Carburetor

Drain Bolt

3.Lubrication:

a.Change engine oil.

b.Clean out area around spark plug. Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole.

c.Replace spark plug, but leave spark plug cap disconnected.

d.Pull Starter Handle to distribute oil in cylinder. Stop after one or two revolutions when you feel the piston start the compression stroke (when you start to feel resistance).

4.Battery:

Disconnect battery cables (if equipped). Recharge batteries monthly while in storage.

5.STORAGE AREA:

Cover and store in a dry, level, well-ventilated area out of reach of children. Storage area should also be away from ignition sources, such as water heaters, clothes dryers, and furnaces.

6.After Storage:

Before starting the engine after storage, keep in mind that untreated gasoline will deteriorate quickly. Drain the fuel tank and change to fresh fuel if untreated gasoline has been sitting for

amonth, if treated gasoline has been sitting beyond the fuel stabilizer’s recommended time period, or if the engine does not start properly.

b.Remove the drain bolt from the bottom of the carburetor bowl and allow the fuel to drain.

c.Remove the small sediment cup next to the bowl and allow the fuel to drain from there as well.

d.Open the fuel valve. After all fuel has drained, reinstall the drain bolt and sediment cup and tighten securely.

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Item 68375

 

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Contents Gasoline Powered Clear Water Pump Using an engine indoors can Kill YOUSpecifications PumpSymbol Definitions Set up PrecautionsSafety Warnings Symbol Property or StatementEngine Precautions Operating Precautions Carbon Monoxide Hazard Using an engine indoors can KillService Precautions RefuelingControls Set up Connecting HosesDischarge Port Strainer must be fully immersed in water Locating the Water PumpOperation Concerns Pre-Start Checks OperationPrime the Pump Checking and Filling Engine Oil Checking and Filling FuelStarting the Engine Stopping the Engine Break-in PeriodCleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication Schedule Maintenance and Service10W-30 5W-30 Engine Oil ChangeAir Filter Element Maintenance CleaningSpark Plug Maintenance Cap Recommended Spark PlugBattery StorageFuel Air Filter Cover Muffler Carburetor Drain Bolt LubricationPump Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely SolutionsEngine Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable SolutionsDo not use gasoline with more than 10% ethanol E15, E20, E85, etcUse Engine will not start Compression Related sectionParts List Including Item 68120 212cc engine Part Description QtyDiagram Including Item 68120 212cc engine Emission Control System Warranty United States Emission Control Defects Warranty StatementManufacturer’s Warranty Coverage WarrantiesLength of Coverage Mission Oaks Blvd. PO Box 6009 Camarillo, CA

68375 specifications

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