Use and Care Manual

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STORAGE
TEMPORARY STORAGE
(30 DAYS OR LESS)
Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so never store
the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to
any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled. Never store the
unit in any structure used for human or animal habitation.
Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit temporarily or
in between uses:
• Always store the broom in a supported position on the caster
wheels, with the brush off the ground. If the bristles are stored in
a deformed position for extended periods of time, the broom will
become severely out of balance.
• Store the broom in a location out of the sun and weather to prevent
premature failure of plastic bristles. Bristles can become brittle when
subjected to sunlight or repeated temperature changes.
• Properly clean the unit before storage and remove snow, dirt, debris,
salt, etc. to extend paint life.
• If the unit is power-washed, all lubrication points should be greased
before storage. Refer to MAINTENANCE section.
• Keep in an area away from where children may come into contact
with it. If there’s any chance of unauthorized use, remove the spark
plug wire.
• If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonable level surface, chock the
wheels.
NOTE: If storing your unit between winter snow removal jobs in
a cold area, we suggest that you ll the fuel tank at the
completion of each job to prevent water condensation in
the fuel tank. Wait for engine to cool before lling tank.
LONG TERM STORAGE
(LONGER THAN 30 DAYS)
Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Maintenance
and Storage instructions in the Safety section, then perform the
following steps:
1. Drain crankcase oil and rell with a grade of oil that will
be required when unit is used again. Refer to engine
manual.
2. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to
prevent rusting.
3. Clean external surfaces and engine.
4. Prepare engine for storage. See engine owner’s manual.
5. Clean any dirt from the engine housing.
6. Cover air intake and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or other
waterproof material to keep out moisture, dirt and insects.
7. Completely lubricate as outlined in the MAINTENANCE section.
8. Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline stabilizer to the
fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have
not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and
storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of
re from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline
fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite,
causing risk of explosion and re.
NOTE: Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extended
periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits
which can adversely affect the engine carburetor and
cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a
gasoline stabilizer to the fuel tank or drain all fuel from the
system before placing unit in storage.
STARTING AFTER LONG TERM STORAGE
Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long period of
time, perform the following steps.
1. Remove any blocks from under the unit.
2. Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.
3. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See engine manual for
recommendations.
4. See engine Operator’s Manual and follow all instructions for
preparing engine after storage.
5. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary.
6. Inate tires to proper pressure.
7. Start the engine and let it run slowly. DO NOT run at high speed
immediately after starting. Be sure to run engine only outdoors
or in well ventilated area.