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STORAGE & TRANSPORT
The following steps should be taken to prepare your trimmer for storage.
2. Empty the fuel tank. Disconnect the spark plug cap. Drain petrol from the trimmer with a suction pump.
Alternatively, tip the trimmer so that it rests on its side. Keep the side with the air filter housing facing up.
Drain all fuel from fuel tank into proper receptacle for storage. Secure the trimmer.
WARNING
Do not drain the petrol in enclosed spaces, in close proximity of open fire, etc.
Do not smoke! Petrol fumes can cause explosion or fire.
3. While engine is still warm, change oil. See Engine Oil Change section of this manual.
4. Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass.
5. Remove spark plug. Place 1 teaspoon or 5 ml. of oil into spark plug hole.
6. Pull starter rope slowly 8‐10 times to properly coat the cylinder bore and piston for storage.
7. Replace spark plug and tighten. Any residual oil may burn off in subsequent starts. This may
result in white smoke emission from muffler.
8. This trimmer may be stored in a variety of positions. It is best to store in horizontal position
with the spark plug up. Do not store or transport with the spark plug down.
NOTE: Storing or transporting with the spark plug down will result in hard starting and/or engine smoking.
• Store in a dry, clean and frost‐protected place, out of reach of unauthorised persons.
• When removing unit from storage, only use fresh petrol. Perform operation checks (see
maintenance schedule) before starting engine.
9. Keep out of direct sunlight.
CAUTION
The engine must have completely cooled down before storing.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or material storage shed,
• Care should be taken to rust‐proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment,
especially cables and all moving parts.
• Be careful not to bend or kink cables.
• If the starter rope becomes disconnected from rope guide on handle, disconnect and ground the spark
plug cap. Pull the OPC/brake lever up to and against the upper handle and pull the engine recoil starter
handle slowly out of the engine.
• Put the engine recoil starter handle rope into the hook located on the right of the upper handle.
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DO NOT STORE fuel for longer than 30 days. Fuel can become stale and cause damage to the engine
carburetor, which is not covered by the machines manufacturer’s warranty.
4. Attach the plug washer, thread the plug in by hand to prevent cross‐threading.
5. When mounting a new spark plug, you should screw 1/2 more thread with the wrench after the washer is
compressed. If you are mounting an old one, you should only screw 1/8‐1/4 more thread.
CAUTION
The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened plug can become very hot and possibly
damage the engine. Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.
Engine Maintenance
First 5 Hours of operation
1. Change Oil
Every 8 Hours of operation or daily
1. Check engine oil level
2. Clean area around muffler and controls
Every 25 Hours of operation or Annually
1. Clean air filter
Every 50 Hours of operation or Annually
1. Change engine oil
2. Check muffler and spark arrester (If installed)
Annually
1. Replace air filter
2. Replace spark plug
3. Clean air cooling system
CLEANING
Engine Care
1. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the top of the engine clean to permit proper air
circulation. Remove all grass, dirt and debris from the exhaust (muffler) area.
CAUTION
Do not use a water hose or pressure washer to clean the engine. Water can damage the engine or
contaminate the fuel system.
2. Engines stored for over 30 days need to have the fuel drain from the fuel tank or a fuel stabilizer applied
to prevent deterioration and gum forming in the fuel system or essential carburetor parts.
Deck Care
Clean underside of the machine after each use to prevent build‐up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow
steps below:
1. Disconnect the spark plug cap. Drain petrol from the trimmer with a suction pump. Alternatively, tip the
trimmer so that it rests on its side. Keep the side with the air filter housing facing up. Drain all fuel from
fuel tank into proper receptacle for storage. Secure the trimmer.
WARNING
Never tip the trimmer more than 90 degrees in any direction and do not leave the trimmer tipped for any
excessive length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem.
2. Scrape and clean the underside of the machine with a suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
3. Put the trimmer back onto its wheels on the ground.
4. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to
permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all
dust, dirt and combustible debris from exhaust area.
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