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The warranty does not cover fuel system damage or engine
performance problems resulting from neglected storage preperation.
You can extend fuel storage life by adding a fuel stabilizer that is
formulated for that purpose or you can avoid fuel deterioration by
draining the fuel tank and carburettor.
ADDING A FUEL STABILIZER TO EXTEND FUEL STORAGE LIFE
When adding a fuel stabilizer fill the tank with fresh petrol only.
1. Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. After adding a fuel stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes
to be sure that the treated petrol has replaced the untreated petrol
in the carburettor.
NOTE -
Dry operation will damage the pump seal. Be sure the pump
chamber is filled with water before starting the engine.
3. Stop the engine and move the fuel valve to the OFF position.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETTOR
1. Place an approved petrol container below the carburettor and use a
funnel to avoid spilling fuel.
2. Remove the carburettor drain bolt and move the fuel valve lever to
the ON position.
WARNING -
Petrol is highly flammable and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
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Keep heat, sparks and flame away.
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Handle fuel only outdoors.
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Wipe up spills immediately.
3. After all the fuel has drained into the container reinstall the drain
bolt and tighten it securely.
ENGINE OIL
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 and the notch on
the starter pulley aligns with the hole at the top of the recoil starter
cover. This will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the engine
cylinder. Return the rope gently.
STORING THE PUMP
Proper storage preperation is essential for keeping your pump trouble
free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and
corrosion from impairing your pump's function and appearance, and
will make the pump easier to start when you use the pump again.
CLEANING
1. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an
hour before cleaning
2. Wash the engine and pump. Wash the engine by hand, and be
careful to prevent water from entering the air cleaner or muffler
opening. Keep water away from controls and all other places that
are difficult to dry, as water promotes rust.
NOTE -
Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force
water into the air cleaner or muffler opening. Water in the air cleaner will
soak the air filter and water that passes through the air filter or muffler
can enter the cylinder, causing damage.
NOTE -
Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool for at least an hour before washing.
3. Wipe dry all accessible surfaces.
4. Fill the pump chamber with clean, fresh water, start the engine
outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature
to evapourate any external water.
5. Stop the engine, and allow it to cool.
6. Remove pump drain plug and flush the pump with clean , fresh water.
Allow the water to drain from the pump chamber then reinstall the
drain plug.
7. After the pump is clean and dry, touch up any damaged paint and
coat areas that may rust with a light film of oil. Lubricate controls with
a silicone spray lubricant.
FUEL
Petrol will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old petrol will cause hard
starting and it leaves deposits that clog the fuel system. If the petrol in
your engine deteriorates during storage you may need to have the
carburettor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.
The length of time that petrol can be left in your fuel tank and carburettor
without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as fuel
blend, your storage temperatures and wether the fuel tank is partially or
completely filled. The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel
deterioration. Very warm storage/temperature accelerate fuel
deterioration. Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few
months or even less if the petrol was not fresh when you filled the fuel
tank.
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