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4. Curve the rotor blade, and secure it with the remaining
four torx screws and locknuts, positioning the screw
heads on the thick side of the blade (Figs. 18 and 19).
5. Tighten all the screws and locknuts securely.
Storage
Preparing the Fuel System
1. Add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner (such as Lawn-Boy
2+4
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Fuel Conditioner) to the gasoline in the fuel tank
as directed.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner works best when you
mix it it with fresh gasoline.
2. Run the engine for five minutes to distribute the
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
3. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank.
4. Start the engine again and run it until it stops.
5. Prime the engine, start it a third time, and run it until it
will not restart.
6. Recycle the fuel according to local codes.
Preparing the Engine
This procedure allows you to close both the intake and the
exhaust ports of the engine, preventing cylinder bore
corrosion.
1. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance
due to compression pressure, then stop.
2. Release the starter tension slowly to prevent the engine
from reversing due to compression pressure.
Tightening the Fasteners and
Cleaning the Snowthrower
1. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or
replace damaged parts.
2. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.
Covering and Storing the
Snowthrower
Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place
out of the reach of children.
IMPORTANT: Store the snowthrower in its operating
position and on its wheels. Storing the snowthrower on
its front housing may cause hard starting.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Gasoline is highly flammable, explosive, and
dangerous if inhaled.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•
If gasoline contacts a flame or is inhaled,
serious personal injury an occur.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•
Never store the snowthrower in a house (living
area) or a basement where ignition sources may
be present, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing the
snowthrower in an enclosure.
