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11. STORAGE
Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your grass/weed
trimmer trouble free and looking good. The following steps will help to
keep rust and corrosion from impairing your grass/weed trimmer.
CAUTION:
• If the grass/weed trimmer has been running, the engine will be very
hot; allow it to cool before proceeding.
• Place the grass/weed trimmer on a level surface and make sure that
the engine switch is in the OFF position to be certain the engine will
not start accidentally.
1.Clean all exterior surfaces, touch up any damaged paint, and coat
other areas that may rust with a light film of oil.
2.Drain the fuel.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area.
a. Be sure that the engine oil filler cap is tightened securely.
b. Remove the fuel tank cap and drain the fuel into the container by
tipping the engine toward the fuel filler neck.
FUEL FILLER NECK
ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP
FUEL TANK CAP
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