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Maintenance
5
Storage
1. Follow the instruction in
Parking
(page 22) to park the machine.
2. Clean dirt off of the machine.
3. Change engine oil (page 37).
4. Clean the air cleaner (page 37).
5. Drain the fuel tank.
6. Drain the carburator.
7. Remove the battery from the machine. Service the battery (page 53).
8. Cover the machine with protective, water-proof covering after the machine is cooled off.
• Do not wash the engine or control panel with running water; water may enter
inside and cause rust or damage.
• Clean the machine before storage; leaving dirt or foreign objects may cause
damage.
• Do not store the machine in a humid, dusty, or hot place.
• Fire hazard; do not store the machine where there is a possiblity of ignition.
• Battery dischages even when it is not in use. A battery may hold charge for a few
months, but it is a good practice to charge the battery before it goes flat; it will
extend the battery life.
• Refer to the Operation Manual for the engine, for detailed instructions on preparing
the engine for storage.
NOTE