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OPM-129/F
NOTE:
The use of a fuel additive, such as Sta-Bil or
equivalent will minimize the formation of gum deposits
during storage. The additive may be added to gasoline in
the engines fuel tank or to gasoline in a storage container.
A. Add the fuel stabilizer to the fuel in the tank and run
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the
fuel
system.
B. If you choose to remove the remaining fuel from the
fuel tank, it must be drained into an approved
container.
C. Start the engine and allow it to run until all the fuel in
the carburetor and the fuel lines has been used up and
the engine stops.
NOTE:
Running the engine to use up the fuel in the lines
and carburetor will still leave a small amount of fuel in
carburetor. It is best extended storage to treat the fuel
before draining.
D. While the engine is warm, drain the oil and refill with
fresh
oil.
E. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head fins,
blower housing, screen, and muffler areas.
F. Store in a clean and dry area.
