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ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER TO EXTEND FUEL

STORAGE LIFE

When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration

during storage. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be

sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.

1. Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for

10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the

untreated gasoline in the carburetor.

3. Stop the engine, and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position (see

TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETOR

1. Place an approved gasoline container below the carburetor, and

use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel.

2. Remove the drain bolt, then move the fuel valve lever to the ON

position (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).

3. After all the fuel has drained into the container, reinstall the drain

bolt and washer. Tighten the drain bolt securely.

Engine Oil

1. Change the engine oil

(see page 7).

2. Remove the spark plug

(see page 7).

3. Pour a tablespoon (5 – 10 cc) of

clean engine oil into the

cylinder.

4. Pull the recoil starter several

times to distribute the oil.

5. Reinstall the spark plug.

Storage Precautions

If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and

carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor

ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any

appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater,

or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric

motor, or where power tools are operated.

If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that

promotes rust and corrosion.

If there is gasoline in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in the OFF

position (see TYPE 1 Step 1 on page 2).

Keep the engine level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.

With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep

out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some

materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous

cover will trap moisture around the engine, promoting rust and

corrosion.

Removal From Storage

Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION

CHECKS section of this manual (see page 2).

If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with

fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be

sure it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and

deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.

If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the

engine will smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.

TRANSPORTING

Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the possibility of

fuel leakage. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position (see TYPE 1

Step 1 on page 2).

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS

ENGINE WILL NOT START

ENGINE LACKS POWER

 WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can

be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.

• Refuel only outdoors.

• Wipe up spills immediately.

FLOAT BOWL

DRAIN BOLT

WASHER

Possible Cause Correction

Fuel valve OFF. Move lever to ON.

Choke OFF. Move the choke/throttle lever, choke rod or

choke lever to CHOKE ON position unless

engine is warm.

Ignition switch or engine stop

switch OFF.

Move the flywheel brake lever to RUN

position.

(Types 2 & 6: Throttle lever to FAST

position. Type 5: Engine stop switch to ON)

Electric Start models only

Battery under-charged.

Battery cables are loose or

corroded.

Fuse is blown.

If starter motor operates but

the engine does not start, go to

Out of fuel (below).

Refer to the equipment manufacturer’s

instructions for servicing the battery and

related components.

Out of fuel. Refuel.

Bad fuel; engine stored without

treating or draining gasoline, of

refueled with bad gasoline.

Drain the fuel tank and carburetor (p. 9).

Refuel with fresh gasoline.

Spark plug faulty, fouled, or

improperly gapped.

Adjust or replace the spark plug (p. 7).

Spark plug wet with fuel

(flooded engine).

Dry and reinstall spark plug. Start engine

with choke/throttle lever in FAST position.

(Types 4 & 5: Choke OFF position).

Fuel filter clogged, carburetor

malfunction, ignition

malfunction, valves stuck, etc.

Replace or repair faulty components as

necessary.

Possible Cause Correction

Air filter clogged. Clean or replace the air filter (p. 7).

Bad fuel; engine stored without

treating or draining gasoline, of

refueled with bad gasoline.

Drain the fuel tank and carburetor (p. 9).

Refuel with fresh gasoline.

Fuel filter clogged, carburetor

malfunction, ignition

malfunction, valves stuck, etc.

Replace or repair faulty components as

necessary.

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