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
Do not smoke.
a.Place a funnel leading to a proper gasoline container below the carburetor.
Sediment Cup
(some engines)
Drain Plug
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 (if equipped). Tighten securely.
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,
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.
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