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Touch up any damaged paint.
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Coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil.
STORAGE
DANGER! Fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when handling or storing
fuel. An ignition source contacting the fumes or fuel may result in a fire or
explosion and cause fatal or serious injuries to you or a bystander.
When not in use for an extended period, apply a thin coat of lubricant to the steel
parts to avoid rust. Remove the lubricant before using the engine again.
Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine in good condition.
The steps below will help keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine's
function and appearance. The engine will easier to start when used again.
Take the following precautions if storing your engine for more than 30 days.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Change the oil while the engine is still warm.
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Clean the debris, chaff or grass from the engine's surface.
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Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a proper receptacle for storage.
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Disconnect the spark plug lead and cover the end with insulating tape. Place
the lead where it cannot come in contact with spark plug or the equipment the
engine is mounted on.
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Remove the spark plug. Place 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of oil into the spark plug hole.
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Pull starter rope slowly 8-10 times to properly coat the cylinder bore and
piston for storage. Replace spark plug and tighten. Any residual oil will
burn off in subsequent starts. This may result in white smoke emission
from muffler.
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Store this engine in the horizontal position with the spark plug up. Do not store
or transport with the spark plug down.
NOTE: Storing or transporting with the spark plug down will result in hard
starting and/or engine smoking.
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420cc OHV Gas Engine with Electric Start
For technical questions call 1-800-665-8685
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