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STORAGE WP-1000
STORAGE
During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep
exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious
property damage or personal injury may result.
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.
Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame 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 fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6 -7 times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then
drain the tank again. Close choke, start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.
7.
a. Allow engine to cool then 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.
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 handle 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. Using garden hose, run clear water through the pump, hoses and strainer.
10. Remove prime port plug and fill the pump housing with 50/50 solution of water and antifreeze.
11. Disconnect suction and discharge hoses.
12. Place a suitable cover over pump.
Removing Pump from Storage
1. Remove spark plug. Cover spark plug hole with clean rag.
2. Pull starter handle several full strokes to remove oil from cylinder.
3. Check spark plug gap; install plug. Connect spark plug cable.
4. Check that guards and shields are fastened in place.
5. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel mix. (See Fuel section).
6. Install suction and discharge hoses making sure the connections are air tight.
7. Be sure to reinstall pump drain plug securely and prime the pump before starting.
8. Install prime port plug securely.
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