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Off-Season Storage
WARNING: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabi-
lizer. Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products
in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable alternative
in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow
mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor. Do not drain
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
4. Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil
through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole
with a rag and crank the engine several times to distribute the oil.
Replace spark plug.
NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more information on preparing
the snow thrower engine for storage.
Preparing Snow Thrower
1. When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal storage
shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a
light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
2. Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.
3. Follow lubrication recommendations on page 12.
4. Store equipment in a clean, dry area.
If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or if it is the
end of the snow season when the last possibility of snow is gone, the
equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions
below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many
more years.
Preparing Engine
NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more detailed information on
preparing the snow thrower engine for storage.
WARNING: Never store snow thrower with fuel in
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where
fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot
light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or
gas appliance.
NOTE: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts of the engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose or tank during storage.
CAUTION
:
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the
fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage for 30 days or longer. Follow these instructions to prepare your
snow thrower for storage:
WARNING: Drain fuel into an approved container
outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain
engine is cool. Do not smoke. Fuel left in engine
during warm weather deteriorates and will cause
serious starting problems.
1. Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the fuel tank to
prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and harming the
engine.
2. Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack
of fuel.
3. Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain, located below
the carburetor cover. See Figure 20.
Figure 20
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