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STORAGE
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SAFETY WARNING
DO NOT STORE GASOLINE (PETROL) UNNECESSARILY
OVER LONG PERIODS OF TIME. TO PREVENT
POSSIBLE EXPLOSION, STORE ONLY IN AN
APPROVED “SAFE” CONTAINER. TO PREVENT EXPLO
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SION OF VAPORIZED FUEL, DO NOT STORE MACHINE WITH
FUEL IN TANK OR CARBURETOR
IN AN ENCLOSURE WITH OPEN FLAME.
(EXAMPLE: FURNACE OR WATER HEATER PILOT LIGHT.)
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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To prevent possible explosion or ignition of vaporized fuel,
do not store equipment with fuel in tank or carburetor in
enclosure with open flame (for example, a furnace or water
heater pilot light).
Daily Storage
1. Check engine oil level and air filter element daily.
2. Check oil level in gear case.
3. Close fuel valve at bottom of fuel tank.
4. Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).
EXTENDED STORAGE
Before the equipment is put into storage for any period
exceeding 30 days:
1. Drain all fuel from fuel tank and lines (use a hose or fuel
line, routed from fuel tank shut-off to proper container).
2. Start engine and run until all fuel is used from the carbu-
retor float bowl.
3. While engine is warm, check the transmission oil and
refill with the proper weight of oil corresponding to the
season when the equipment will next be used.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small quantity of
engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine over a few
times to distribute the oil.
5. Lubricate all lubrication fittings.
6. Clean and oil cutting blade to prevent rust.
OPERATION AFTER EXTENDED STORAGE:
1. Check for loose parts and tighten.
2. Check for cracked, broken or bent blades and replace.
3. Check that all safety decals are in place and legible.
4 Fill fuel tank with clean fresh fuel.
2. Check crankcase oil level, and start engine.
3. Check fuel system for fuel leaks.
