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STORAGE
WARNING: Do not remove petrol
while inside a building, near a
fire, or while you smoke. Petrol
fumes can cause an explosion or
a fire.
When the machine is put in storage for thirty
days or more, follow the steps below to
make sure the machine is in good condition
the following season.

Trimmer

SCompletely clean the machine.
SPut the machine in a building that has
good ventilation.

Engine

To prevent engine damage when the ma-
chine is in storage for 30 days or more, fol-
low the steps below:
SLet the engine run until it is out of petrol.
SDrain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the
engine crankcase with new oil.
SRemove the spark plug from the cylinder.
Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder.
Slowly pull the recoil starter handle so that
the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a new
spark plug in the cylinder.
SClean dirt and debris from the cylinder
cooling fins and the engine housing.