Owner`s manual

Storage Precautions
1. Change the engine oil.
2. Remove the spark plug.
3. Pour a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder
4. Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.
5. Reinstall the spark plug.
6. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt. This will close the valves so
moisture cannot enter the engine cylinder. Return the starter rope gently.
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is most
important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage
area. Avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor, where power tools are
operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promotes rust and
corrosion.
Unless all fuel has been drained form the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF
position to reduce possibility of fuel leakage.
Position the equipment so the engine is level. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep out dust. A hot engine
and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust
cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the engine, promoting rust and
corrosion.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
Check your engine as described in the chapter BEFORE OPERATING.
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline. If you
keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke
briefly at startup. This is normal.
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