6. PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE
1. WATER (See Fig.8-q)
Drain all water from the drain plug.
CAUTION
When retightening drain plug, be sure to clean the drain plug and the thread of casing. Otherwise, the thread may be damaged.
2. DISCONNECT THE DELIVERY HOSE
Tilt the pump and drain all water from delivery hole. Severe damage to pump may result if water freezes in the pumping chamber.
3.DISCHARGE FUEL (See 
WARNING 
Flame Prohibited
If you do not use the engine more than 1 month, discharge fuel to prevent gum in the fuel system and carburetor parts.
■Remove the strainer cup, place the strainer over a container and open the strainer cock to discharge fuel from the fuel tank.
■Remove the drain screw of the carburetor float chamber and discharge fuel.
4.ENGINE OIL (See Fig.8-e)
■Change the engine oil with fresh oil.
■Remove the spark plug, pour about 5 cc of engine oil into the cylinder, slowly pull the starter handle of the recoil starter 2 or 3 times, and reinstall the spark plug.
5.CLEAN AND STORE
■Slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt and leave it in that position.
■Clean the pump thoroughly with an oiled cloth, put the cover on, and store the pump indoors in a well ventilated, low humidity area.
7. OIL SENSOR INSTRUCTIONS
(OPTIONAL)1. FUNCTION OF OIL SENSOR
The engine will stop automatically when the oil level falls below the safety limit. The engine cannot be started unless the level is raised above the prescribed limit. (See
2. RESTARTING (See Fig.8-r)
q Oil sensor
(1)Fill the crankcase with oil up to the proper level.
(2)As for restarting and operating the engine, refer to section “4. OPERATING YOUR PUMP” on page 6.
■Check the wire connector from the engine. It must be connected securely to the wire from oil sensor.
■When selecting the engine oil, refer to page 5 for the recommended oil.
8. SPARK ARRESTER (OPTIONAL)
1. SPARK ARRESTER
In a dry or wooded area, it is recommendable to use the product with a spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product.
The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed. A clogged spark arrester:
■Prevents the flow of exhaust gas
■Reduces engine output
■Increases fuel consumption
■Makes starting difficult
If the engine has been running, the muffler and the spark arrester will be very hot. Allow the muffler to cool before cleaning the spark arrester.
How to remove the spark arrester
1.Remove the flange bolts from the muffler cover and remove the muffler cover.
2.Remove the special screw from the spark arrester and remove the spark arrester from the muffler.
MUFFLER COVER
SPARK
ARRESTER
SCREEN
MUFFLER
Clean the spark arrester screen
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen. Be careful to avoid damaging the screen. The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged.
SPARK ARESSTER SCREEN
Install the spark arrester, and muffler protector in the reverse order of disassembly.
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