27 transporting/storage – HONDA GCV135GCV160 User Manual

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TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

When transporting the engine, turn the fuel valve OFF and keep
the engine level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel
may ignite.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area.

DRAIN BOLT

FUEL VALVE

O

O

N

N

O

O

F

F

F

F

Before storing the unit for an extended period;

Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into a suitable gasoline
container:

Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Remove the carburetor drain bolt and drain the carburetor.
Turn the fuel valve to the ON position and drain the fuel in the
fuel tank into the container.
Retighten the carburetor drain bolt so that the float chamber
and washer cannot be warped, and turn the fuel valve to the
OFF position.

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