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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.6 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)
If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on
the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures
to insure the Rear Engine Rider will operate
properly when taken out of storage.
3.6.1. Thoroughly clean the Rear Engine Rider by
removing all grass clippings and debris.
3.6.2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as
required.
3.6.3. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
3.6.4. Start engine and allow it to run until engine
runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel
system to remain clean during storage.
3.6.5. Remove battery. Refer to Section
“BATTERY STORAGE”.
3.6.6. Close vent on fuel filler cap.
3.6.7. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear
bumper in desired location for storage.
3.7 REMOVING FUEL TANK
Before removing fuel tank from rear engine rider,
move rider outdoors where fumes can be easily
dissipated. Removal of the tank is accomplished
from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank
straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket.
Holding the fuel tank, remove the fuel filler cap and
pour remaining fuel in an approved container. See
Figure 3.11.
FIGURE 3.11
FUEL
FILLER
CAP
FUEL TANK
FUEL TANK
BRACKET