Off Season Storage - Hecht 8573 Originalbetriebsanleitung

CLEANING
If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour before cleaning. Clean
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all exterior surfaces, touch up any damaged paint, and coat other areas that may rust with a light
film of oil.
NOTE: Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force water into the
air cleaner or muffler opening. Water in the air cleaner will soak the air filter, and
water that passes through the air filter or muffler can enter the cylinder, causing
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damage.
STORAGE.PRECAUTIONS.
• If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to
reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from
any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer.
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• Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
• If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promotes rust and corrosion.
• If there is gasoline in the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in OFF position.
• Keep the engine level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
• With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the engine to keep out dust. A hot engine and
exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials.
• Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the
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engine, promoting rust and corrosion.
ADDING.A.GASOLINE.STABILIZER.TO.EXTEND.FUEL.STORAGE.LIFE.
For engine protection use Fuel stabiliser which is available at petrol stations.
When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If only partially filled, air
in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage. If you keep a container of gasoline for
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refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
1. Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
2. After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that
treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.

OFF SEASON STORAGE

If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, gasoline will oxidize
and deteriorate. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the
fuel system. If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to have
the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced. The fuel can not be in
the engine longer than 14 days. If you leave it there longer it can cause damages on the engine,
these damages are not covered in the warranty. The addition of a fuel stabilizer to gasoline can
extend the life of fuel.
The following steps should be taken to prepare machine for storage.
1. Empty the petrol tank with a suction pump after the last working of the season.
CAUTION! Do not drain the petrol in closed rooms, in close proximity of open fire,
etc. Do not smoke! Petrol fumes can cause explosion or fire.
2. Start the engine and let it run until it has used up all remaining petrol and stalls.
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