If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and
carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline
vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from
any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace,
water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-
producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that
promotes rust and corrosion.
Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank, leave the fuel
valve lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel
leakage.
position the equipment so the engine is level. Tilting can cause
fuel or oil leakage.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to
keep out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or
melt some materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A
nonporous cover will trap moisture around the engine, promoting
rust and corrosion.
If equipped with a battery for an electric starter, recharge the
battery once a month while the engine is in storage. This will help
to extend the service life of the battery.
Check your engine as described in the chapter CHECK bEFORE
OpERATIOn.
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank
with fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for
refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline
oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage preparation,
the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15
minutes before loading the engine-powered equipment on the
transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you
and can ignite some materials.
Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the possibility
of fuel leakage. Move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
TRANSPORTING
Change the engine oil.
Remove the spark plugs.
pour a tablespoon (5-10 cc) of clean engine oil into the
cylinder.
pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the
cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plugs.
pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt. This
will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the engine
cylinder. Return the starter rope gently.
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