Craftsman 247.887210 - Manual (Page 20)

OFF-SEASON STORAG
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warning
Never store lawn mower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly
ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark,
or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas
appliance.
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PREPARING THE ENGINE
Equipment stored with fuel can become stale when stored over 30
days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in fuel system
or on essential carburetor parts. Mix fuel stabilizer with fuel in tank or
storage container. Run engine for a short time to circulate stabilizer
through carburetor and engine. Engine and fuel with stabilizer can be
stored up to 24 months.
IMPORTANT: If fuel stabilizer is not used, you need to drain gasoline
from equipment prior to storage.
Perform the following before long-term storage of equipment:
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While engine is still warm, change oil.
Remove spark plug and pour approximately 1/2 oz. (15 ml) of
new engine oil into spark plug cavity which puts oil into cylinder.
Replace spark plug securely.
Pull starter rope slowly. This turns the engine’s crankshaft and
distributes oil through the engine.
Add fuel stabilizer or drain fuel from engine.
Clean dirt and debris from top and all areas around engine.
Store in a clean, dry area.
PREPARING THE LAWN MOWER
• Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrica­
tion instructions.
• Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.
• Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent
rusting.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive
materials, such as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or
metal 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 of your lawn mower before storage.
Battery
The battery must be stored with a full charge. Extended storage of a
discharged battery will reduce life and capacity of the battery.
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