PE-2620/S
STORAGE
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STORAGE
During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and
surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear
of flammable debris during transportation or when storing,
otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may
result.
Long Term Storage (Over
3
0 Days)
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer)
without performing protective storage maintenance which includes the
following:
1.
Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or
reach an open flame or spark.
2.
Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position.
3.
Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of
unit.
4.
Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required.
5.
Tighten all the screws and nuts.
6.
Drain fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6-7 times to remove
remaining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again. Close choke,
start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.
7.
Allow engine to cool. Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug.
Remove the spark plug. Pour 7 cc (0.25 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-stroke
engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.
8.
Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute the oil inside the
engine.
9.
Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil
handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it
there.
10. Install the spark plug. Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug.
