allen XR16 Hovertrim, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Storage
During transport and storage ensure the fuel cap vent
knob and fuel line valve are closed.
Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected
with a fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum from
forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts.
To ensure your hovertrim is maintained in good working
order it is important that the following procedure is adopted.
Refer to the engine handbook as necessary.
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it
stops. See Engine Manual.
Disconnect the spark plug lead, turn off fuel valve lever.
Change the engine oil.
Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil
into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not
exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur
on re-starting. Do not replace the spark plug lead. Slowly
pull the engine start - grip once to crank the engine. This
will distribute the oil and help prevent engine corrosion.
Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder
head cooling fins, under top cowl, and around and behind
exhaust/exhaust guard.
Treat metal parts with a water repellent anti-corrosion
product.
Cover the hovertrim with a protective sheet and store it in a
dry, ventilated area.
HOVERTRIM MAINTENANCE