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CLEANING AND STORAGE
CLEANING
Use a small brush to clean the outside of the unit. Do not use strong
detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as
pine and lemon, and solvents such as kerosene, can damage
plastic. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always stop
the engine and allow it to cool before cleaning or maintaining
the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If further assistance is required, contact an authorized service dealer.
STORAGE
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Never store a fueled unit where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing.
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Lock up the unit to prevent unauthorized use or damage.
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Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area.
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Store the unit out of the reach of children.
Long-term Storage
1. Remove the fuel cap, tip the unit and drain the fuel into an
approved container. Reinstall the fuel cap.
2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures
that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor.
3. Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and put 5
drops of any high quality motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the
starter rope slowly to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
4. Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect it for any loose or
damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten
loose screws, nuts or bolts.
Preparing the Unit for Use after Long-term Storage
1. Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder.
2. Change the oil. Refer to
Changing the Oil
.
NOTE:
Do not use fuel that has been stored for more than 30 days.
Dispose of old fuel according to federal, state and local regulations.
The fuel tank is empty
Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel
The primer bulb was not pressed enough
Press the primer bulb 10 times
The fuel is old (over 30 days)
Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The spark plug is fouled
Replace the spark plug
The engine is hot
Refer to the
IF... THE ENGINE IS HOT
instructions in the
Starting
and Stopping
section
The fuel is old (over 30 days)
Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The air filter is dirty
Clean or replace the air filter
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
The air filter is dirty
Clean or replace the air filter
The fuel is old (over 30 days)
Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The idle speed is incorrect
Adjust the idle speed
The fuel is old (over 30 days)
Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The air filter is dirty
Clean or replace the air filter
The spark plug is fouled
Replace the spark plug
THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE
THE ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE
THE ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS
