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How to Prepare for Storage
WARNING
Never store the trimmer indoors with fuel in the fuel tank.
Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where
fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as
on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. Allow engine to
cool before storing unit.
WARNING
Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire,
or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explo-
sion or a fire.
NOTE:
A yearly checkup or tune-up at an authorized service
center will make sure that the trimmer will provide maximum
performance for the next season.
When the trimmer is put in storage for thirty days or more,
the following steps should be followed to make sure the
Trimmer is in good condition the next season.
1. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
2. Change the oil by following instructions under “How to
Change the Engine Oil” section.
3. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one
ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil-
start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a
spark plug in the cylinder. Pull recoil slowly until
resistance is felt. This will close the cylinder valves.
WARNING
Do NOT attach spark plug wire to spark plug when storing
unit.
4. Clean Trimmer. Remove all dirt, leaves, debris, grease,
etc. from the Trimmer – including cylinder cooling fins,
recoil starter cover holes, under fuel tank, and
under muffler.
5. Check the trimmer for worn or damaged parts. Have
damaged parts replaced if necessary.
6. Tighten any loose hardware.
7. Apply lubrication as directed in Maintenance section.
8. Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation.
You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this Trimmer. If so, you can contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only).
You may also write to:
METL - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
213 Industrial Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
Technical Service
When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your Phone Number
• Model Number of Product
• Date of Purchase (include copy of receipt for written requests)
• Date Code on Unit
If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL
TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112.
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