Storage – Gasoline Vehicles

RETURNING THE STORED ELECTRIC VEHICLE TO SERVICE

1.If necessary, connect batteries and tighten terminals to 110 in-lb (12.4 N·m).

2.Fully charge batteries.

3.Adjust tires to recommended tire pressure. See Vehicle Specifications on page 46.

4.Perform the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 19.

STORAGE – GASOLINE VEHICLES

See General Warnings on page 9.

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Do not attempt to drain gasoline when the engine is hot or while it is running.

Be sure to clean up any spilled gasoline before operating the vehicle.

Store gasoline in an approved gasoline container only. Store in a well-ventilated area away from sparks, open flames, heaters, or heat sources.

Keep gasoline out of reach of children.

Do not siphon gasoline from the vehicle.

ýWARNING

Only trained technicians should service or repair the vehicle or battery charger. Anyone doing even simple repairs or service should have knowledge and experience in electrical and mechanical repair. The appropriate instructions must be used when performing maintenance, service, or accessory installation.

Turn the key switch to the OFF position, remove the key, and leave the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position during storage. This is to prevent unintentionally starting the vehicle or a fire hazard.

Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (OFF) position (Figure 16).

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Batteries in a low state of charge will freeze at low temperatures.

PREPARING THE GASOLINE VEHICLE FOR EXTENDED STORAGE

1.Store vehicle in a cool, dry place. This will minimize battery self-discharge. If the battery appears to be weak, have it charged by a trained technician. Use an automotive-type 12-volt battery charger rated at 10 amps or less.

2.Drain carburetor and seal the fuel tank.

2.1.Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (OFF) position (Figure 16, Page 27) and run the engine until fuel remaining in the carbu- retor and fuel lines is depleted and the engine stalls.

2.2.Loosen, but do not remove, the carburetor drain screw and drain fuel remaining in bowl into a small, clean container, then pour the fuel from the container into vehicle fuel tank. Tighten the carburetor drain screw.

2.3.Disconnect fuel vent line from fuel tank vent nipple.

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