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Snow Engine Manual 11rev. 01/04/16

STORING YOUR ENGINE

Storage Preparation

Proper storage preparation keeps your engine trouble-free and clean. The following steps will assist in keeping rust and corrosion from

impairing your engine’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when using again.

Cleaning

If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour before cleaning. Clean all exterior surfaces and apply a light lm

of spray penetrating lubricant.

• Do not allow water to enter into the exhaust ports or into the heat shield openings (intake port). Water that passes through these

1. Turn the red fuel knob to the OFF position while engine is running and allow the engine to run until it stops. Turn engine OFF when

it begins surging to avoid engine damage.

2. Add fuel stabilizer, following the manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Turn the red fuel knob to the ON position after adding fuel stabilizer.

4. Re-start engine.

5. Run the engine outdoors for 1 minute to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.

6. Slow the engine to an idle speed.

7. Repeat step 1 above.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Normal Operating Conditions (less than 40 hrs. per year)

Engine Oil

Engine Oil

Spark Plug*

Spark Plug*

Cylinder/Head Fins

Cylinder/Head Fins

Oil Leaks

Oil Leaks

Bolts

Fuel Hose Clamps

Drain and Replace

USE

Check/Repair

Check/Repair

Check/Repair