Off-season storage – Bolens 139-402A User Manual

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FIGURE 23. LUBRICATION POINTS

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

6. Clean the air filter.

7. Place blocks under frame of mower so that

the wheels are off the ground.

Cover all bare metal parts, such as the

mowing edge of the blades, with grease to
prevent rusting.

Cover the mower with a tarpaulin or other

protective covering.

NOTE

Engines to be stored over 30 days

should be completely drained of fuel
to prevent gum deposits forming on
essential carburetor parts, fuel fil
ters, fuel lines and tank.

Remove all fuel from fuel tank. Run the

engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The

small amount of fuel that remains in the sump
of the tank shouid then be removed by

absorbing it with a clean, dry cloth.

While engine is still warm, drain oil from

crankcase. Refill with fresh oil.

3. Remove spark plug, pour 1 ounce of SAE 30

oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute
oil. To prevent accidental starting, DO NOT

replace the spark plug.

Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder

head fins and blower housing.

5. Clean all grass from underside of deck.