stabilizerto gasoline in fuel tank or stor- age container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container, Run engine at least 10 minutesafter adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reachthe car-
buretor, Do not empty the gas tank and carburetorif usingfuel stabilizer,
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER
1.Remove spark plug.
2.Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.
3.Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil,
4, Replace with new spark plug,
OTHER
•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
•If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.
•Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe,
which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
_I, CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed
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