STORAGE
Storage
Winter Storage
At the end of the mowing season, the machine To ready the machine for storage, follow these
should be readied for storage (or if it will not be in steps:
use for longer than 30 days). Fuel allowed to 1. Thoroughly clean the machine, especially
stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) under the mower deck. Touch up damage to
can leave sticky residues that can plug the the paint and spray a thin layer of oil on the
carburetor and disrupt engine function.
underside of the mower deck to avoid
Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable option as corrosion.
regards sticky residues during storage.2. Inspect the machine for worn or damaged
Add stabilizer to the fuel in the tank or in the parts and tighten any nuts or screws that may
storage container. Always use the mixing ratios have become loose.
speciŢed by the manufacturer of the stabilizer. 3. Change the engine oil; dispose of properly.
Run the engine for at least 10 minutes after 4. Empty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer.
adding the stabilizer so that it reaches the Start the engine and allow it to run until the
carburetor. Do not empty the fuel tank and the
carburetor if you have added stabilizer.carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer
has reached the carburetor.
5. Remove the glow plugs and pour about a
WARNING!
tablespoon of engine oil into each cylinder.
Never store an engine with fuel Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly
in the tank indoors or in poorly distributed and then reŢt the glow plugs.
ventilated spaces where fuel
6. Lubricate all grease nipples, joints, and axles.vapor can come in contact with
open �ames, sparks, or a pilot 7. Remove the battery. Clean, charge, and store
light such as in a boiler, hot the battery in a cool place, but protect it from
water tank, clothes drier, etc. direct cold.
8. Store the machine in a clean, dry place and Handle the fuel with care. It is
very �ammable and careless
cover it for extra protection.use can cause serious personal
Serviceinjury and property damage.
Drain the fuel into an approved
When ordering spare parts, please specify the container outdoors and far
purchase year, model, type, and serial number. away from open �ame. Never
use gasoline for cleaning. Use
a degreaser and warm water Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts.
An annual check-up at an authorized service instead.
workshop is a good way to ensure that your
machine performs its best the following season.
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