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SECTION VI
– STORAGE
Clean the tiller thoroughly.
Wipe down the tiller with an oiled rag to prevent rust (use a light oil or silicone).
Store the unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive material, such as fertilizer.
If the pulleys rust during storage or due to other factors, they should be cleaned or replaced as a rusted pulley may effect
the operation of the tiller or the belt release system of the tiller.
NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed, rustproof the equipment by coating with a
light oil or silicone.
Engine
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose, or fuel tank
during storage. Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (e.g. gasohol, ethanol, or methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the tiller for 30 days or longer.
Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Remove the spark plug, pour approximately one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil.
Replace the spark plug.
Use fresh fuel next season.
Do not
store gasoline from one season to another.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Fuel Stabilizer
Follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container when mixing stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Run the engine at least ten minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the
gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
Oil
Drain all the oil from the crankcase and refill the crankcase with fresh oil each season (this should be done after the engine
has been operated and is still warm).
DANGER: Your tiller was built to be operated according to the rules for safe
operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness
or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. If you
violate any of these rules; you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
