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Storage
For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as
follows:
1.
Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of
the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean
dirt and debris from the outside of the engine
cylinder-head fins and blower housing.
Important:
You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water.
2.
Condition the fuel system as follows:
A.
Add a petroleum-based
stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel in
the tank. Follow the mixing instructions
from the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not
use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Important:
stabilizer/conditioner longer than
the duration recommended by the
fuel-stabilizer manufacturer.
B.
Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute
the conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
C.
Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and
drain the fuel tank using a pump-type
siphon. Dispose of fuel properly; recycle it
according to local codes.
D.
Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E.
Choke the engine.
F.
Start and run the engine until it does not
start again.
3.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
30).
4.
Change the engine oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
5.
Remove the spark plug and check the condition;
refer to
Servicing the Spark Plug (page
6.
Condition the engine as follows:
A.
Pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the
spark-plug hole; refer to
Spark Plug (page
B.
Pull the recoil-start handle slowly to crank
the engine and distribute the oil inside the
cylinder.
C.
Install the spark plug; refer to
Spark Plug (page
Note:
Do not install the wire on the spark
plug.
7.
Grease the machine; refer to
Machine (page
30).
Do not store fuel containing
Servicing the Air
Changing the
32).
Removing the
33).
Installing the
34).
Lubricating the
8.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
9.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with
paint available from your Authorized Service
Dealer.
10.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
11.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
33).
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