Storage – Smithco Spray Star 3180 (sn 300G056 – 300G065) Parts & Service Manual User Manual
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Service
STORAGE
(CONTINUED)
EXTENDED STORAGE
1. Check for any damaged parts or missing decals. Replace as needed.
2. Drain crankcase completely and refill with recommended engine oil or equivalent.
3. Run engine until completely out of gasoline, then restart and run on stabilizer mixed with unleaded
gasoline for at least 10 minutes.
4. While engine is still running and at completion of above run, treat upper cylinders by spraying fogging
agent into the air intake for about two minutes. Open throttle for short burst of speed, shut off ignition and
allow engine to come to a stop while continuing to spray fogging agent into air intake (NOT through air
cleaner).
5. Lubricate all grease points.
6. Check coolant protection and level.
7. Clean exterior surface of engine.
8. Leave spark plugs in holes or seal spark plug holes with suitable threaded metal plugs.
9. Seal all openings in engine and accessories with non-hygroscopic material. Mask off all areas to be used
for electrical contact.
10. Tape all openings and make sure all surfaces are dry. Then spray all taped openings, all engine accesso-
ries including ignition wiring, and all exterior surfaces of engine with Insulation Compound.
11. Disconnect, remove and clean battery. Check electrolyte level. Charge the battery and store in a cool dry
place (NOT directly on cement).
12. Put blocks or stands under the machine to take weight off tires.
AFTER STORAGE
1. Check for any damaged parts or missing decals. Replace as needed.
2. Lubricate all grease points.
3. Clean exterior surface of engine.
4. Replace spark plugs if previously removed.
5. Remove all tape and obstructions from exterior engine surfaces.
6. Charge and replace battery.
7. Check tire pressure.
8. Remove blocks or supports from under the machine.
9. Check engine oil level and coolant level and lubricate all grease points.
10. Fill fuel tank.
11. Check belt tension.
12. Run engine approximately 5 minutes before putting the engine under load.