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STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, e lectric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season orif
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unitis to be stored for aperiod of time:
S Clean the entire unit.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Clean a ll parts and check for damage.
Have damaged parts repaired or replaced
by an authorized service dealer .
S Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces, includ-
ing the blade.
To oil the blade, do the following:
S Stop the engine and allow bladeto come to
a complete stop.
S Ensure ON/OFF switch is in the OFF posi-
tion.
S Disconnect the spark plug wire.
S Apply a light machine oil along the edge of
the top strap as shown.
Top Strap
OIL
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION sectionof this manual,see messagela-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine. F uel sta bili z er is an ac-
ceptable alternative in minimizing the formation
of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel storage con-
tainer. Follow the mix instructions found on sta-
bilizer container . Run e ngine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
HELPFUL TIP
During storage of your gas/
oilmixture, the oil will sepa-
rate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
toinsure proper blending of
the gas and oil.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plugand pour 1 teaspoonof
40:1,2-cycle engine oil(air cooled) through
the spark plug o pening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one ofrecom-
mended type and heat range (see RE-
PLACE SPARK PLUG section).
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuelhaving thepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replace your gasoline can ifitstarts torust.
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