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Equipment
Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, and remove the
key.
Battery life will be increased if it is removed. Put in a cool,
dry place and keep fully charged during storage. If the bat-
tery is left in the unit, disconnect the negative cable.
Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or
on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use
Briggs
& Stratton® Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabi-
lizer
, available wherever Briggs & Stratton genuine service
parts are sold.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel
system before storage. If gasoline in the engine has not
been treated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained into an
approved container. Run the engine until it stops from lack
of fuel. The use of a fuel stabilizer in the storage container is
recommended to maintain freshness.
Engine Oil
While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil.
Before starting the unit after it has been stored:
• Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
• Perform all recommended checks and procedures
found in this manual.
• Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before
use.
Storage
WARNING
Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, un-
ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an
ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater,
etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also
toxic to humans and animals.
When Storing Fuel Or Equipment With Fuel in Tank
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or
other appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition
sources because they can ignite fuel vapors.
