Shindaiwa X7501970601 - Manual (Page 17)

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Long Term Storage
CAUTION!
Gasoline stored in the carburetor for
extended periods can cause hard start-
ing, and could also lead to increased
service and maintenance costs.
Whenever the unit will not be used
for 30 days or longer, use the follow-
ing procedures to prepare it for storage:
• Clean external parts thoroughly.
• Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT!
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel
than you expect to use in thirty (30)
days, ninety (90) days when a fuel sta-
bilizer is added.
• Remove the remaining fuel from the
fuel lines and carburetor.
Prime the primer bulb until no more 1.
fuel is passing through.
Start and run the engine until it
2.
stops running.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the
3.
engine will no longer start.
• Remove the spark plug and pour
about 1/4 ounce of 2-cycle mix-
ing oil into the cylinder through the
spark plug hole. Slowly pull the recoil
starter 2 or 3 times so oil will evenly
coat the interior of the engine. Rein-
stall the spark plug.
• Before storing the unit, repair or
replace any worn or damaged parts.
• Remove the air cleaner element
from the carburetor and clean it
thoroughly with soap and water. Let
dry and reassemble the element.
• Store the unit in a clean, dust-free
area.