HONDA GX22 - Manual (Page 45)

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HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS
Engine Oil
Storage Precautions
Removal From Storage
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and
carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor
ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance
that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes
dryer. 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 that
promotes rust and corrosion.
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep out
dust. A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some
materials. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover
will trap moisture around the engine, promoting rust and corrosion.
Check your engine as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of
this manual.
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with
fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be
sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and
deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.
Change the engine oil (see page 26).
Remove the spark plug (see page 31).
Pour a teaspoon (1 3 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plug.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the
engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.
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