12. STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
Storage
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn scarifier for storage.
1. Empty the tank.
a)
Empty the petrol tank with a suction pump.
CAUTION! Do not drain the petrol in closed rooms, in close proximity of open fire, etc. Do not smoke!
Petrol fumes can cause explosion or fire.
b)
Start the engine and let it run until it has used up all remaining petrol and stalls.
c)
Remove the spark plug. Use an oilcan to fill approx. 20 ml oil into the combustion chamber. Operate the
starter to evenly distribute the oil in the combustion chamber. Replace the spark plug.
2. Clean and grease the lawnmower carefully as described above under "Lubrication instructions".
3. Slightly grease the cutter to avoid corrosion.
4. Store the lawn scarifier in a dry, clean and frost-protected place, out of reach of unauthorized persons.
CAUTION! The engine must have completely cooled down before storing the lawnmower.
NOTE: - When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or material storage shed,
-Care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially
cables and all moving parts.
- Be careful not to bend or kink cables.
- If the starter rope becomes disconnected from rope guide on handle, disconnect and ground the spark plug
wire, Depress the blade control handle and pull the starter rope out from engine slowly. Slip the starter rope
into the rope guide bolt on handle.
Transport
3. Move transport lever to transport position.
4. Stopping the engine
Danger!
Before transportation, always stop the engine and leave to cool down. Remove spark-plug terminal. The
appliance must not be tilted when it is transported. When transporting the scarifier in or on a vehicle, ensure
that it does not move around unintentionally.
Empty the fuel tank before transporting the unit. Filler cap must be closed tightly.
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