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STORING SAFELY
Never store machine with gasoline in
the tank inside a building where fumes
may reach an open fl ame, spark or pi-
lot light as on a furnace, water heater,
clothes dryer, or other gas appliance.
Allow engine to cool before storing in
an enclosure.
Never run engine indoors or in an en-
closed area, unless exhaust gases are
safely removed to the outdoors with
an exhaust pipe extension/hose combi-
nation. Exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly poi-
son.
• If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more,
add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel system. Fuel
stabilizer (such as STA
.
BIL
®
) is an accept-
able additive in minimizing the formation
of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow mix ratio found on
stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10
minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to
reach the carburetor.
• Remove all accumulated debris from mower
deck and tractor.
• Sand areas where paint is chipped and re-
paint to prevent rust. Lubricate all locations
to prevent moisture damage during storage.
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