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5.8 HP ENGINE
Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Keep smoke, fire and spark away from operating site.
IX. Transport and Storage
Transport with the fuel shutoff turned to the “OFF” position. Transport or store the engine when it is cool to avoid getting
burns or causing fire.
If the engine is not kept in use for a long period of time, be sure to store it properly.
1.
Make sure the storage area is dry and free of dust.
2.
Turn the fuel shutoff to the “OFF” position and set a proper container under the carburetor.
3.
Remove the carburetor drain plug to remove the fuel in the carburetor float bowl.
4.
Open the fuel shutoff to completely drain gasoline out of the fuel tank.
5.
Reinstall the carburetor drain plug and tighten it.
6.
Remove the oil drain plug, drain the oil out of the engine and reinstall the oil drain plug.
7.
Remove the spark plug. Add about a spoon-full of fresh engine oil onto the cylinder. Crank the
engine with the pull cord to distribute engine oil evenly. Reinstall the spark plug.
8.
Cover the engine to protect dust entering.
Please maintain according to following table when reusing after storing.
Storing time
Maintaining procedure is commended in order to prevent starting difficulty.
1 month
Don’t need to prepare.
1-2 month
Drain the used gasoline out and add the fresh gasoline
2 months to 1 year Drain the used gasoline out and add the fresh gasoline
Drain the gasoline out of the carburetor cup. Drain the gasoline out of the sediment bowl.
1 year over
Drain the used gasoline out and add the fresh gasoline
Drain the gasoline out of the carburetor cup. Drain the gasoline out of the sediment bowl.
After removing from storage, first drain the used gasoline into approved container and don’t start before
adding fresh gasoline.
Remove the carburetor drain plug and completely drain the gasoline out of the carburetor to an approved container and
replace the drain plug. Remove the sediment bowl after closing fuel shutoff and completely pour the gasoline out the sediment
bowl. Finally reinstall the sediment bowl and screw it down.
Do not excessively tilt the engine because fuel will spill. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite to cause fire.
Carburetor Drain Plug
