6 STORAGE
8
WARNING
!
To prevent possible fire or explosion, do not
store this unit with fuel in tank or carburetor in
an enclosure with an open flame (Furnace or
water heater pilot light).
6.1 DAILY
Inspect and clean tines. Replace if damaged.
6.2 EXTENDED
When the unit is to be stored without use for more than 30
days, the following procedures should be performed.
1. Remove and thoroughly clean tines. Coat lightly with
oil to prevent rust.
2. Clean pushrods and coat lightly with oil.
3. Lower tines by pushing down on Tine Control lever,
to relieve hydraulic system pressure.
4. Drain all fuel from tank and lines. (Use hose or fuel
line routed from sediment bowl assembly to con-
tainer)
5. Start engine and run until all fuel is used from carbu-
retor float bowl.
6. While the engine is still warm, drain oil from crank-
case. Replace with proper weight oil corresponding
to the season in which the unit will be used next.
7. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small amount of
oil into the cylinder. Pull recoil starter two or three
times to coat cylinder with oil. Replace spark plug.
To put unit back into operation after extended storage: fill
fuel tank, check crankcase and gear reduction case oil
levels and start engine. Check fuel system for leaks.
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