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STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
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Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot
accidentally cause injury.
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Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it
will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
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Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FU ELING ENGINE in the OPERATION
section of this manual, see message labeled
IMPOR TANT regarding the use of gasohol in
your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an a c c ep table alter n ativ e in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in
thefueltankorfuel stor agecontainer.Followthe
mix instructions found on stabilizer container.
Runengineatleast5 m inutesafteraddingstabi-
lizer.
ENGINE
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Remove spark plug and pour 1teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycleengine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
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Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.
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Clean air filter.
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Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
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At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the propergasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
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Replace yourgasoline canif itstarts torust.