Storage
DO NOT STORE SNOW THROWER WITH
FUEL IN TANK INDOORS
Do not store in poorly ventilated areas, or near furnace,
water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.
1. For short term storage wait for the engine to cool, then
clean the engine with a clean cloth.
2. When the snow thrower is to be stored for longer than 30
days, prepare the engine for storage by emptying the fuel
tank and draining all fuel lines.
Note: As an alternative to draining the fuel system, a fuel
stabilizer can be added to a full gas tank. Do not
drain the carburetor if using a fuel stabilizer.
3. Run the engine until all the fuel has been consumed and
the engine stops.
4. Drain the carburetor (see Figure 26). Remove the 6 hex
bolts on the muffler, and slide the mufffler cover off of the
engine to access the carburetor.
5. Clean out area around spark plug and remove. Pour one
tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark
plug hole. Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug
wire disconnected. Pull recoil starter handle to distribute
oil in the cylinder. Stop after one or two revolutions when
you feel the piston start the compression stroke (when you
start to feel resistance).
6. Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all uncoated
metal parts.
7. Cover and store in a dry, well-ventilated area out of reach
of children.
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Figure 26
CYLINDER
ASSEMBLY
DRAIN
PLUG
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WARNING