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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
STORAGE
CAUTION
Do not store earth auger unit with fuel in tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, pilot light or an ignited object. Drain fuel outdoors away from any ignition sources. Use only approved fuel containers.
CAUTION
FOR LONGTERM STORAGE: Close fuel
Follow the steps below to prepare your earth auger unit for storage. Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage.
1.Run with gas stabilizer in fuel. Screen in carburetor will glaze shut if gas stabilizer is not used before storage.
2.Drain the fuel system. Run the engine until it stops.
3.Change oil.
4.Remove spark plug, pour one (1) ounce of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. Cover hole with a rag. Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil. Install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.
5.Clean entire earth auger unit.
6.Store your earth auger unit in a clean, dry building that is inaccessible to children.
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