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How to Prepare for Storage
WARNING
Never store the trimmer indoors with fuel in the fuel tank. Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. Allow engine to cool before storing unit.
WARNING
Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explo- sion or a fire.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or
When the trimmer is put in storage for thirty days or more, the following steps should be followed to make sure the Trimmer is in good condition the next season.
1.Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
2.Change the oil by following instructions under “How to
Change the Engine Oil” section.
3.Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil- start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a spark plug in the cylinder. Pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt. This will close the cylinder valves.
WARNING
Do NOT attach spark plug wire to spark plug when storing unit.
4.Clean Trimmer. Remove all dirt, leaves, debris, grease, etc. from the Trimmer – including cylinder cooling fins, recoil starter cover holes, under fuel tank, and
under muffler.
5.Check the trimmer for worn or damaged parts. Have damaged parts replaced if necessary.
6.Tighten any loose hardware.
7.Apply lubrication as directed in Maintenance section.
8.Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation.
Technical Service
You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this Trimmer. If so, you can contact our Technical Service Department at
You may also write to:
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When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
•Your Name
•Your Address
•Your Phone Number
•Model Number of Product
•Date of Purchase (include copy of receipt for written requests)
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