Shindaiwa DGW400DMK, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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13. Long-Term Storage
Warning: Electric Shock/Injury
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Always be sure to stop the engine and remove the engine key before performing
any equipment check or maintenance.
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Do not operate the equipment with any doors or covers open. There is a danger of
hair, body parts and other items being caught up in moving parts such as cooling
fans and belts.
Warning: Fire
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Always be sure to stop the engine when inspecting fuel or refueling, and absolutely
never perform such tasks near fire or other open flame. Wait until the engine has
completely cooled before inspecting fuel or refueling.
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Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
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Spilled fuel and oil accumulates in the spill containment. Do not leave the equipment
with liquid accumulated in the spill containment.
Caution: Burn
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The engine, muffler and similar parts are extremely hot during operation and
immediately after stopping the equipment. Never touch hot parts.
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Always be sure to stop the engine and allow it to cool before inspecting or changing
the engine oil. Opening the oil gauge or oil plug during operation will result in hot oil
spurting out.
Perform the following maintenance procedures if not using the equipment for two
months or more.
1) Remove the battery. (Refer to section "7-6. Battery Inspection".)
2) Change the engine oil. (Refer to section "12.(1) Changing the Engine Oil".)
3) Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and strainer.
(Refer to section "12.(4) Cleaning/Replacing the Fuel Strainer".)
4) Clean and inspect the spill containment.
(Refer to section "12.(8) Cleaning/Inspecting the Spill Containment".)
5) Remove the engine key and store in a secure location.
6) Clean all parts and store the equipment in an area with low humidity and little dust
with a cover or similar protection covering it.
<Note>
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Recharge a removed battery approximately once every month.