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MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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PROLONGED STORAGE
Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near the fuel tank or
refuel near open flame or electrical items which could produce a spark.
Store vehicle in a clean, dry area. Do not store in same area as a stove, furnace, water heater, or
other appliance that uses a pilot light or has a device that can create a spark.
When refueling, inspect the fuel cap for leaks or breaks that could result in fuel spillage.
Always wear safety glasses while refueling to prevent possible eye injury from gasoline or gaso-
line vapor.
Keep hands, clothing and jewelry away from moving parts.
Use care not to contact hot objects.
Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on jack stands before attempting to run the engine.
Preparing the engine for a prolonged storage period (30 days or more) calls for a few simple steps to prevent a build up
of varnish and gum in the carburetor and corrosion in the engine.
• Turn the Key Switch to the OFF position, and leave the Forward/Reverse switch in the NEUTRAL position during
storage.
• Perform all required routine maintenance per the Periodic Service Schedule.
• Properly inflate the tires to the recommended pressure (psi) stated on sidewall of tires.
• Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position engage the neutral lock.
• Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (OFF) position.
• With proper ventilation, run the engine until the remaining fuel in the carburetor and fuel lines is depleted and the
engine stalls.
• Return the neutral lock to the OPERATE position.
• Loosen, but do not remove the carburetor drain screw. Drain any fuel remaining in the bowl into an approved con-
tainer and pour the fuel collected into the vehicle fuel tank. Add fuel stabilizer to stabilize fuel and install the tank cap
securely (Follow manufacturer's instructions).
• Tighten the carburetor drain screw.
• Remove the spark plug and pour 1/2 oz. (15 ml) of SAE 10 - 30 weight oil or fogging oil into the cylinder. Rotate the
crankshaft by hand several times, then install the spark plug.
• Do not engage the parking brake, but secure the car from rolling.
• While the engine is still warm, change the oil.
• Clean the body, chassis and engine of debris, mud, chaff or grass.
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