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SECTION 7: OFF SEASON STORAGE
If the unit will be stored for an extended time,
1.
Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a container.
Do not use fuel that has been stored for more
than 60 days. Dispose of the old fuel in
accordance to local regulations.
2.
Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls.
This ensures that all fuel has been drained from
the carburetor.
3.
Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug
and put 1 oz. (30 ml) of high quality motor oil
into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to
distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
NOTE:
Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil
from the cylinder before attempting to start the unit
after storage.
4.
Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any
loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace
damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or
bolts.
The unit is ready for storage.
•
Never store the unit with fuel in the tank where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing.
•
Store the unit in a locked up area to prevent
unauthorized use or damage.
•
Store the unit in a dry, well ventilated area. Do not
store next to corrosive materials, such a fertilizer.
•
Store the unit out of the reach of children.
12. Insert the ends of the line into the two holding
slots. See Figure 25.
13. Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in
the outer spool and place inner reel with spring
inside the outer spool. See Figure 26. Push the
inner reel and outer spool together. While holding
the inner reel and outer spool, grasp the ends
and pull firmly to release the line from the holding
slots in the spool.
NOTE:
The spring must be assembled on the inner
reel before reassembling the cutting attachment.
14. Hold the inner reel in place and install the Bump
Knob by turning clockwise. Tighten securely.
Installing a Prewound Reel
1.
Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew
the Bump Knob counterclockwise. Inspect the
bolt inside the Bump Knob to make sure it moves
freely. Replace the Bump Knob if damaged. See
Figure 18.
2.
Remove the old inner reel from the outer spool.
See Figure 19.
3.
Remove the spring from the old inner reel. See
Figure 19.
4.
Place the spring in the new inner reel.
NOTE:
The spring must be assembled on the inner
reel before reassembling the cutting attachment.
5.
Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in
the outer spool. See Figure 26.
Holding Slots
Spring
6.
Place the new inner reel inside the outer spool.
Push the inner reel and outer spool together.
While holding the inner reel and outer spool,
grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line
from the holding slots in the spool.
7. Hold the inner reel in place and install the Bump
Knob by turning clockwise. Tighten securely.
Replacement Parts:
Refer to PARTS LIST in Section 9.
Figure 25
Figure 26