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MOWER MAINTENANCE
Storage
To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs sufficient- ly to allow it to pivot forwards to rest against the mower. Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become snagged at the pivot point and depress the engine stop lever to prevent it being damaged through contact with the engine.
Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with Honda fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in the fuel sys- tem or on essential carburettor parts. To ensure your mower is main- tained in good working order it is important that the following procedure is adopted. Refer to the Maintenance section as necessary.
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it stops and drain fuel from carburettor using drain plug (1) located on carburettor bowl.
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Disconnect the spark plug lead.
Change the engine oil.
Pull the starter rope gently until resistance is felt. This will close the valves and prevent corrosion and ingress of dirt.
Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder head cooling fins, under top cowl, and around and behind exhaust/exhaust guard.
Clean all other areas of the mower and ensure that the grassbag is clean.
Lubricate the mower.
Treat metal parts with a water repellent
Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a dry, ventilat- ed area.
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