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Woody Equipment
Woody Brushcutter Operator’s and Maintenance Manual
Storage
This section explains how to store the Brushcutter. Proper storage helps ensure
the safety of personnel and prolongs the Brushcutter’s working life.
Before Storage
Before storing the Brushcutter, follow these procedures:
1. With a rag and solvent, remove remaining dirt, oil, and grease. Debris can
hide cracks, leaks, loose bolts, and other problems.
2. Inspect the Brushcutter for cracks, wear, loose or missing parts, vandalism,
leaks, or other damage (follow the guidelines for the daily inspection in the
Maintenance Schedule
).
3. Repair any damage found during the inspection before storing the Brush-
cutter.
4. Lubricate the Brushcutter according to its next required lubrication as deter-
mined by the
Maintenance Schedule
.
5. Store the Brushcutter lying flat on a stable surface in a dry area, avoid stor-
ing on grass, damp or humid sufaces.
After Storage
After storage and before operating the Brushcutter again, follow these proce-
dures:
1. With a rag and solvent, remove remaining dirt, oil, and grease. This debris
can hide cracks, leaks, loose bolts, or other problems.
2. Inspect the Brushcutter for cracks, wear, loose or missing parts, vandalism,
leaks, or other damage (follow the guidelines in the
Maintenance Schedule
).
3. Repair any damage found during the inspection before operating the Brush-
cutter.
4. If the Brushcutter has been in storage for three months or more, lubricate
it according to both the daily and the weekly schedule (see:
Maintenance
Schedule
).