Echo PAS-225 Value Pack - STORAGE PROCEDURES; Storage Hook Installation; Long Term Storage Maintenance

Pr o At t A c h m e n t Se r i e S
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Long Term Storage (over 30 days)
WARNING
During operation the mufer or catalytic mufer and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear
of ammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury
may result.
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte-
nance which includes the following:
1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.
DANGER
Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open ame or spark.
2. Place the stop switch in the "OFF" 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.
6. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil
starter handle several times to remove fuel from the
carburetor.
Storage Hook Installation
1. Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft.
2. Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft.
7. Remove the spark plug and pour 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of
fresh, clean, two-stroke engine oil into the cylinder
through the spark plug hole.
A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.
B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distribute
the oil inside the engine.
C. Observe the piston location through the spark plug
hole. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the
piston reaches the top of it's travel and leave it
there.
8. Install the spark plug (do not connect spark plug
cable).