EarthQuake 60005072 User Manual

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Operator's Manual

Viper Engine, 159cc

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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 carburetor drain bolt and sealing washer,

and then move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.

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

reinstall the drain bolt and sealing washer. Tighten
them securely.

SEALINg WASHER

DRAIN bOLT

CARbURETOR

FLOAT bOWL

Figure 22: Draining the fuel tank and carburetor

sToRAGe PRecAuTIons
1. Change the engine oil.
2. Remove the spark plugs.
3. Pour a tablespoon (1-2 teaspoons) of clean engine oil

into the cylinder.

4. Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil

in the cylinder.

5. Reinstall the spark plugs.
6. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt. This

will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the
engine cylinder. Return the starter rope gently.

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 stor-
age 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.
Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank, leave
the fuel valve lever in the OFF position to reduce the
possibility of fuel leakage.
Position the equipment so the engine is level. Tilting can
cause fuel or oil leakage.

7. 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.

If equipped with a battery for an electric starter,
recharge the battery once a month while the engine is
in storage. This will help to extend the service life of the
battery.

ReMoVAl fRoM sToRAGe
Check your engine as described in the "Operation"
section.
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 that it contains only fresh
gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time,
causing hard starting.
If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage
preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup.
This is normal.

TRAnsPoRTInG
If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at
least 15 minutes before loading the engine-powered
equipment on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and
exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some
materials.
Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the
possibility of fuel leakage. Move the fuel valve lever to
the OFF position.