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STORAGE, Winter Storage, Service

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STORAGE Winter Storage The machine should be readied for storage at the end of the mowing season or if it will not be in use for more than 30 days. Fuel allowed to stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave sticky residues that can clog the carburetor and disrupt engine function. Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable option to prevent the sticky residues that can occur during storage. Add stabilizer to the fuel in the tank or in the storage container. Always use the mixing ratios specified by the manufacturer of the stabilizer. Operate the engine for at least ten minutes after adding the stabilizer so that it reaches the carburetor. Do not empty the fuel tank and the carburetor if stabilizer has been added. WARNING! Do not keep an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact with open flames, sparks, or a pilot light such as in a boiler, hot water tank, clothes dryer, etc. Handle the fuel with care. It is very flammable and can cause dangerous personal injury and property damage. Drain the fuel into an approved container outdoors and keep far away from open flame or sources of ignition. Do not use gasoline for cleaning. Use a degreaser and warm water. To ready the machine for storage: 1. Thoroughly clean the machine, especially below the mower deck. Touch up damage to the paint and spray a thin layer of oil on the underside of the mower deck to avoid corrosion. 2. Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten nuts or screws that may have become loose. 3. Change the engine oil; dispose correctly. 4. Empty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer. Start the engine and let it operate until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor. 5. Remove the spark plug and put about a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug. 6. Lubricate all grease zerks, joints and axles. 7. Remove the battery. Clean, charge and keep the battery in a cool area and protected from direct cold. 8. Store the machine in a clean, dry area and cover it for more protection. Service When ordering spare parts, please specify the purchase year, model, type, and serial number. Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. An annual check-up at an authorized service workshop is a good way to make sure that the machine performs its best the following season. 31

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STORAGE
Winter Storage
The machine should be readied for storage at the
end of the mowing season or if it will not be in use
for more than 30 days. Fuel allowed to stand for
long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave
sticky residues that can clog the carburetor and
disrupt engine function.
Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable option to
prevent the sticky residues that can occur during
storage.
Add stabilizer to the fuel in the tank or in the
storage container. Always use the mixing ratios
specified by the manufacturer of the stabilizer.
Operate the engine for at least ten minutes
after adding the stabilizer so that it reaches the
carburetor. Do not empty the fuel tank and the
carburetor if stabilizer has been added.
To ready the machine for storage:
1. Thoroughly clean the machine, especially
below the mower deck. Touch up damage
to the paint and spray a thin layer of oil on
the underside of the mower deck to avoid
corrosion.
2.
Inspect the machine for worn or damaged
parts and tighten nuts or screws that may
have become loose.
3.
Change the engine oil; dispose correctly.
4.
Empty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer.
Start the engine and let it operate until the
carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer
has reached the carburetor.
5.
Remove the spark plug and put about a
tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder.
Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly
distributed and then refit the spark plug.
6.
Lubricate all grease zerks, joints and axles.
7.
Remove the battery. Clean, charge and keep
the battery in a cool area and protected from
direct cold.
8.
Store the machine in a clean, dry area and
cover it for more protection.
Service
When ordering spare parts, please specify the
purchase year, model, type, and serial number.
Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts.
An annual check-up at an authorized service
workshop is a good way to make sure that the
machine performs its best the following season.
WARNING
!
Do not keep an engine with
fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated
spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact
with open flames, sparks, or a pilot light
such as in a boiler, hot water tank, clothes
dryer, etc. Handle the fuel with care. It is very
flammable and can cause dangerous personal
injury and property damage. Drain the fuel
into an approved container outdoors and
keep far away from open flame or sources of
ignition. Do not use gasoline for cleaning. Use
a degreaser and warm water.