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When sod cutter is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease,
leaves, etc. Store the sod cutter in a clean and dry place.
1.
Clean the entire sod cutter (See "CLEANING" in the customer Responsibilities section of this
manual)
2.
Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
3.
Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for
damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.
4.
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
5.
Apply some grease or anti-rust paint on the blade surface will inhibit rusting.
6.
Store the machine out of children’s access and in a covered or indoor storage area for
increased protection and longevity.
Ensure that the area in which the machine will be stored is
well-ventilated and free of any potential fire hazards such as open flames, gas appliances,
furnaces, water heaters, and other appliances.
7.
Store unit in transport position (see “Transporting the WBSC457LC” in “Operation Procedures”
section)
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: DURING STORAGE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM
FORMING ON ESSENTIAL SYSTEM PARTS, SUCH AS THE CARBURETTOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE OR FUEL TANK. EXPERIENCE ALSO INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED
FUELS, ALSO CALLED GASOHOL, OR THE USE OF ETHANOL OR METHANOL, CAN
ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND THE FORMATION OF ACIDS
DURING STORAGE. ACIDS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN
STORAGE.
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Drain the fuel tank.
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Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty and dispose of it in a
safe, responsible manner.
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Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank, as permanent damage may
occur.
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Refill the fuel tank with fresh fuel at the start of next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable alternative for minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizing agents to the petrol in fuel tank or storage
container. Always observe the mixing ratio found on stabilizer container. Run the engine
for at least 10 minutes after adding a stabilized fuel, to allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using stabilizer.
Drain oil (while engine is warm) and replace with clean engine oil (see "ENGINE" in the
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual).
CYLINDER
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Remove the sparkplug.
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Pour (29 ml) oil through the sparkplug hole into the engine cylinder.
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Pull the starter handle slowly a few times to distribute the oil.
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Replace with new sparkplug.
