Echo EDR-2100 - Manual (Page 15)

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STORAGE
6. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the
starter handle several times to remove fuel
from the carburettor.
7. Remove the spark plug and pour 1/2
tablespoon (1/4 oz) of fresh, clean, 2-
stroke engine oil into the cylinder through
the spark plug hole.
A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug
hole.
B. Pull the starter handle 2 or 3 times to
distribute the oil inside the engine.
C. Observe the piston location through the
spark plug hole. Pull the starter slowly
until the piston reaches the top of its
travel and leave it there.
8. Install the spark plug (do not connect
ignition cable.)
9. Lubricats the blades with a heavy coat of
oil to prevent rust.
NOTE
For future reference, you should keep this
operator’s manual.
LONG TERM STORAGE
(Over 30 Days)
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of
time (30 days or longer) without performing
protective storage maintenance which includes
the following:
1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of
the reach of children.
2. Place ignition switch in STOP position.
3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt
and debris from exterior of unit.
4. Perform all periodic lubrication and
services that are required.
5. Tighten all the screws and nuts.
WARNING DANGER
DO NOT STORE IN ENCLOSURE WHERE
FUEL FUMES MAY ACCUMULATE OR
REACH AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK.
CLEANING CYLINDER FINS
(Check Periodically)
NOTE
Clogged fins will cause poor engine cooling.
1. Carefully remove housing and clean dirt
and dust from fins.
2. Reinstall housing.
CLEANING SILENCER AND
EXHAUST PORT (Check
Periodically)
1. Carefully remove housing halves.
2. Remove and disassemble silencer.
NOTE
Be careful not to scratch the cylinder or
piston when cleaning the cylinder exhaust
port.
3. Clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port
and silencer.