Swisher POSTMASTER PST67522 Owner's Manual page 8

STORAGE
• Do not store engine indoors or other poorly ventilated areas.
• If unit is to be stored for longer than 30 days, prepare as directed below:
Drain fuel outside into an approved container.
Start engine and run until unit is completely out of fuel. Removing fuel prevents
gum deposits from forming inside carburetor. Gum deposits can malfunction the engine.
Let engine cool.
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE
• Replace the spark plug.
• Clean or replace the air filter and fuel filter.
• Change oil.
• Check belts, tires, hardware, etc. for wear and damage. Repair as necessary.
• New spark plug, clean air filter, and clean fuel filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
engine perform better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check and fill engine oil on a level surface. If oil appears black or soiled, change
immediately.
• Check condition of filters, spark plug, tires, etc. Clean or replace if necessary.
• Replace/repair strings as necessary.
• Check for loose hardware and tighten as needed.
BELT REPLACEMENT
• Stop engine and remove wire from spark plug.
• Remove belt cover.
• Move idler pulley to free belt and hold.
• Remove old belt.
• Install new belt. Start at the engine pulley and work the belt around the drive pulley and
onto the backside of the idler pulley.
• Release idler pulley.
• Replace belt cover.
BELT CONFIGURATION
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