EarthQuake 3365PS - Manual (Page 14)

Operator’s Manual
Front Tine Tiller 3365 Series
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STORAGE
PREPARE FOR STORAGE
Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage. Read your
engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for
storage.
1. Protect wheels and axles from rust:
- Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.
2. Drain fuel system completely following engine manufacturer’s
instructions or add fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel from gumming up
during extended storage period.
3. While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the engine. Refill with
fresh oil of the recommended grade.
4. Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.
5. Remove spark plug; pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil into spark plug
hole.
6. Plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil evenly in
cylinder head area.
7. Reinstall spark plug.
8. Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you have chosen to
use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all
safety instructions storage precautions in this manual to prevent the
possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember,
gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite,
causing risk of explosion and fire.
9. If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering, remove
the spark plug and store it in a safe place before storing the rototiller
unit. Be sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent foreign material
from entering.
DO NOT STORE TILLER IN AN UNVENTILATED AREA WHERE
FUEL FUMES MAY REACH FLAME, SPARKS, PILOT LIGHTS
OR AN IGNITED OBJECT. DRAIN FUEL OUTDOORS AWAY
FROM ANY IGNITION SOURCES. USE ONLY APPROVED FUEL
CONTAINERS.
WARNING