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How to Prepare for Storage
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WARNING
Never store the edger indoors with fuel in the fuel tank .
Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where
fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as
on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer . Allow engine to
cool before storing unit .
WARNING
Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire,
or while you smoke . Gasoline fumes can cause an explo-
sion or a fire.
NOTE:
A yearly checkup or tune-up at an authorized service
center will make sure that the edger will provide maximum
performance for the next season .
To prevent fuel gum deposits and corrosion in the unit’s
carburetor and fuel system, it is highly recommended to
use a fuel additive/stabilizer formulated for ethanol fuels .
Follow the stabilizer manufacturer’s instructions. Run the
engine for at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer .
When the edger is put in storage for thirty days or more,
the following steps should be followed to make sure the
edger is in good condition the next season .
1 . Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline . Remove
the carburetor screw from bowl and drain fuel . Tilt unit
slightly to remove all fuel . Replace screw .
2 . Change the oil by following instructions under
”How to Change the Engine Oil”.
3 . Remove the spark plug from the cylinder . Pour one
ounce (US) of oil into the cylinder . Slowly pull the
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You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this EDGER . If so, you can contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only) .
You may also write to:
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
6700 Wildlife Way
Long Grove, IL 60047
Technical Service
When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your Phone Number
• Model Number of Product
• Date of Purchase
(include copy of receipt for written requests)
If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL
TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112.
recoil-start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder .
Install a new spark plug in the cylinder . Pull starter
handle slowly a few times to distribute oil . Pull recoil
slowly until resistance is felt . This will close the
cylinder valves .
WARNING
Do not attach spark plug wire to spark plug when storing
unit .
4 . Clean edger . Remove all dirt, leaves, debris, grease,
etc . from the edger - including cylinder cooling
fans, recoil starter cover holes, under fuel tank, and
under muffler.
5. Check the edger for worn or damaged parts. Have
damaged parts replaced if necessary .
6 . Tighten any loose hardware .
7 . Apply lubrication as directed in MAINTENANCE section .
8 . Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation .
9 . Cover the edger with a breathing material .
