Storage
If the DTV is left unused for an extended
period of time proper storage maintenance
is required.
1. Wash DTV thoroughly, then wax plastics
and painted parts with a non abrasive
auto wax. Coat rubber parts with a vinyl/
rubber protectant.
Note: Keep water away from air intake and
muffler outlet while washing to avoid water
from entering the engine and/or
components.
2. Drain carburetor by turning Fuel
Petcock to the off position and opening
the carburetor drain screw. Allow all fuel
to drain from the carburetor. Once fuel is
drained, re-tighten drain screw.
Note: Make sure to drain fuel in a proper
storage container.
3. Fill fuel tank to full with gasoline mixed
with fuel stabilizer as recommended by the
fuel stabilizer manufacture. Note: Fuel
stabilizer can be purchased at most
motorcycle shops and auto part stores.
Returning to service
1. Wash DTV thoroughly.
Note: Keep water away from air intake and
muffler outlet while washing to avoid water
from entering the engine and/or
components.
2. Remove oily rags from air intake and
muffler outlet.
3. Drain engine oil and replace with fresh
clean oil as listed in this manual.
4. Review this owner’s manual and follow
the pre-ride inspection procedures.
5. Start engine by following the starting
procedures in this manual.
MAINTENANCE
Fuel Petcock
4. Remove spark plug and pour 1
tablespoon of motor oil in the spark plug
hole. Re-install spark plug.
5. Pull the Pull Start Cord 3 or 4 times with
the Engine Stop Lanyard not attached to
allow the oil to coat the inside of the piston
housing.
6. Cover the muffler outlet and air intake
with oily rags so the DTV will be protected
from humidity in storage.
7. If possible, store DTV in a shed or
garage with a cover to protect from dust,
dirt and humidity. If the DTV must be
stored outdoors, cover DTV completely with
a good waterproof cover.
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