Prepare your
A WARNING: Never store machinewith fuel in the fuel tank inside of building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark, or where ignitionsourcesare present such as hot water end space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electricmotors,etc.
A yearly
season.
CHIPPER-SHREDDER
Clean the
Wipe unitwith an oiled rag to prevent rust (use a light oil or silicone).
ENGINE
IMPORTANT; It is importantto prevent gum deposits from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel filter,fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol blendedfuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attractmoisturewhich leads to separationand formationof acids duringstorage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
Drain the fuel tank.
Start the engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
Drain carburetor by pressingupward on bowl drain which is located belowthe carburetor.
Never use engine or carburetorcleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternativein
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Add stabilizerto gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratiofound on stabilizer container.
Run engine at least 10 minutesafter adding stabilizerto allow the stabilizerto reach the
carburetor.
Do not drain the gas tank and carburetorif using fuel stabilizer.Drain all the oilfrom the
crankcase (this shouldbe done after the engine has been operated and is stillwarm) and refill the crankcase with fresh oil.
If you have drainedthe fuel tank, protectthe inside of the engine as follows.
Remove spark plug,pour approximately 1/2 ounce (approximatelyone tablespoon) of engine oil intocylinderand crank slowlyto distributeoil. Replace spark plug.
OTHER
Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another.
Replace yourgasoline can if your can startsto rust. Rust and/or dirtin your gasolinewill cause problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosivematerials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE; ff storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed, be certain torustproofthe equipment by coating with a light oil or silicone.
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