Transportation and storage
Engine oil
1. Change engine oil (refer Maintenance Section,
page 19).
2. Remove the spark plug and pour 5-10cc of clean
engine oil into the cylinder. Using the starter
rope, crank the engine a few revolutions slowly
to distribute the oil in the cylinder, then reinstall
the spark plug.
If your mower will be stored with fuel in the fuel tank and carburettor, it is important to
reduce the hazard of fuel vapour ignition. Select a well ventilated storage area away from
any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace or water heater. Also avoid
any area with a spark producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because they may promote rust and
corrosion.
If there is fuel in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in the OFF position.
Keep the mower level during storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep out dust.
NOTE: A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials. Do not
use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A non-porous cover will trap moisture
around the engine, promoting rust and corrosion.
Removal from storage
1. Check your mower as described in the “Before You Start The Mower” section of this
manual (refer page 10).
2. If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh fuel. If you
keep a container of fuel for refuelling, be sure it contains only fresh fuel. Fuel oxidises
and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
3. If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine will smoke
briefly at start-up. This is normal.
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POURING OIL INTO CYLINDER
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