Maintenance
Storage
Follow these guidelines when storing the edger for longer than 30 days.
Edger
•Completely clean the edger.
•Check the edger for worn or damaged parts. Tighten all loose hardware.
•Apply a small amount of engine oil to all moving parts, particularly the wheels.
•Put the edger in a building that has good ventilation.
•Store the Edger in the operating position with the wheels down. If the Edger is stored in any other position, oil from the crankcase will enter the cylinder and cause a service problem.
•Cover the edger with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Never cover the edger while the engine and exhaust areas are still warm as this can cause a fire.
Engine
•If no fuel stabilizer is used, then either drain the gasoline from the engine or let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
•If fuel stabilizer is used, you do not need to drain gasoline prior to storage. See “Fuel Stabilizer” section.
•While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil. See “How To Change The Oil” in the Maintenance section.
•Lubricate the piston / cylinder area. This can be done by first removing the spark plug and pouring 1/2 ounce (15 ml.) of clean engine oil into the spark plug hole. Then, install the spark plug.
•Slowly pull the starter rope. This will turn the engine’s crankshaft and distribute oil slowly through the engine.
Fuel stabilizer
•If you do not want to remove the gasoline, add a fuel stabilizer to any gasoline left in the fuel tank. A fuel stabilizer will minimize gum deposits and acids. If the fuel tank is almost empty, mix the fuel stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and add the mixture to the fuel tank. Always follow the instructions on the stabilizer container. Start the engine. Let the engine run for 10 minutes to allow the mixture to reach the carburetor.
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
When Storing Gasoline Or Equipment With Fuel In Tank
•Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
•Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire.
•Never cover the edger while the engine and exhaust areas are still warm as this may cause a fire.
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