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Storage
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the cutting blades, shut off the engine, and wait
for all moving parts to stop, and turn the engine
switch to the O
FF
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3.
Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine.
Important:
You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure
wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of
water, especially near the engine.
4.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
16).
5.
Change the engine oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
6.
For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine
as follows:
A.
Add a petroleum based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow mixing instructions from
stabilizer manufacturer (1 fl oz per gallon).
Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer
(ethanol or methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh fuel and
used at all times.
B.
Run the engine until it stops from running
out of fuel.
C.
Engage the choke.
D.
Start and run the engine until it does not
start again.
E.
Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle the fuel
according to local codes.
Important:
Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days.
7.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
8.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with
paint from an Authorized Service Dealer.
9.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
10.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
position.
Servicing the Air
Changing the
18).
Removing the Machine
from Storage
1.
Check and tighten all fasteners.
2.
Inspect the spark plug and replace it if it is dirty,
worn, or cracked; refer to the engine owner's
manual.
3.
Install the spark plug until it is hand-tight, then
an additional 1/2 turn if it is new, otherwise,
tighten it an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn.
4.
Perform any needed maintenance procedures;
refer to
Maintenance (page
5.
Check the engine-oil level; refer to
Engine-Oil Level (page
6.
Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to
the Fuel Tank (page
7.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
22
15).
Checking the
17).
Filling
13).
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