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8913204
Gas Engine
V1.0
18
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CLEANING
WARNING! Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to
clean engine parts. Keep all sources of ignition away from fuel
related parts. Fumes are flammable and may catch fire, causing a
burn injury.
NOTICE! Do not clean the engine’s exterior with a garden hose or
pressure washer. Water can enter the engine through the air filter or
muffler opening and damage the cylinder.
1. Allow engine to cool for at least half an hour before cleaning.
2. Clean all exterior surfaces.
3. Touch up any damaged paint.
4. Coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil.
STORAGE
DANGER! Fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when handling
or storing fuel. An ignition source contacting the fumes or fuel may
result in a fire or explosion and cause fatal or serious injuries to you
or a bystander.
When not in use for an extended period, apply a thin coat of lubricant to the
steel parts to avoid rust. Remove the lubricant before using the engine again.
Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine in good
condition. The steps below will help keep rust and corrosion from impairing
your engine’s function and appearance. The engine will easier to start when
used again.
Take the following precautions if storing your engine for more than 30 days.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Change the oil while the engine is still warm.
• Clean the debris, chaff or grass from the engine’s surface.
• Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a proper receptacle for storage.
• Disconnect the spark plug lead and cover the end with insulating tape.
Place the lead where it cannot come in contact with spark plug or the
equipment the engine is mounted on.
• Remove the spark plug. Place 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of oil into the spark
plug hole.