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OPERATION (Cont.)
Long-term Storage Instructions
In addition to the standard storage instructions described above, perform the
following steps when storing the unit for 30 days or more:
1. Drain the fuel tank by running the unit dry. Alternatively, tip the engine housing/
fuel tank over to pour the fuel mixture into a suitable container and then run the
engine until it stops in order to remove fuel from the carburettor..
2. Allow the engine to cool.
3. Remove the spark plug. Refer to Inspecting/Adjusting/Replacing the Spark Plug.
4. Pour 1 teaspoon of clean 2-cycle oil into the combustion chamber (Fig. 42). Pull
the starter rope slowly several times to coat the internal components.
5. Replace the spark plug.
Removing a Unit From Long-term Storage
1. Remove the spark plug.
2. Pull the starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from the combustion chamber.
3. Clean and gap, or replace, the spark plug.
4. Prepare the unit for operation.
