Sears 247.37033 - Manual (Page 16)

Drain Fuel System & Carburetor
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WARNING: Drain fuel into approved
container outdoors away from open flame.
Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke.
Drain the fuel tank.
Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.
Drain carburetor by removing bowi drain screw
which is iocated below the carburetor. See
Figure 26.
• Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container.
• Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container.
• Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor.
• Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using
fuel stabilizer. Drain all the oil from the
crankcase (This should be done after the
engine has been operated and is stiil warm) and
refili the crankcase with fresh oil.
Oil Cylinder Bore
After you have drained the fuel tank, protect the inside
of the engine as follows:
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Remove spark plug, pour approximately one
ounce (30 ml) of engine oii into spark plug hole,
and crank slowly to distribute oii.
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WARNING: Avoid spray from spark plug
hole when cranking the engine slowiy.
Screw
Figure 26
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WARNING: Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank
or permanent damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
Fuel Stabilizer
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage.
• Replace spark plug; do not connect spark plug wire.
Change Oil
• Change oil if it has not been changed in the last
three months. For instructions on how to
change oil refer to the Maintenance section of
this manuai.
Clean Engine
• Clean engine and remove any grass clippings,
dirt, or chaff from the exterior of the engine.
• Remove any dirt or debris from cooling fins, air
intake screen, levers, and linkage.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
Rust and^r dirt in the gasoline will cause
problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not
store next to corrosive materials, such as
fertilizer.
NOTE: If storing in an un ventilated or metal storage
shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating
with a light oil or silicone.
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