POWXG50200 EN
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13.5 Transport
▪ For transport, do not overfill the fuel tank.
▪ If the machine has been used, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading it in to
the transport vehicle.
▪ To prevent fuel spillage, the machine should be secured upright in its normal working
position.
▪ If transporting over rough terrain, remove all the fuel from the fuel tank.
▪ DO NOT drop or strike the machine when transporting.
▪ DO NOT place heavy objects on top of the machine.
13.6 Storage
▪ The following steps should be taken if you store the machine for more than 30 days:
- Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank into a suitable container.
- Remove the maintenance cover to gain access to the carburettor.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ‘ON’ position and loosen the carburettor drain screw to
allow the fuel in the carburettor to drain into a suitable container.
- Remove the spark plug HT lead cap and pull the recoil starter handle three to four times
to remove all the fuel from the fuel lines.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ‘OFF’ position and tighten the carburettor drain plug screw.
- Change the engine oil following the procedure in 12.4.
- Remove the spark plug and pour a tablespoon of fresh engine oil down the cylinder bore.
- Pull the recoil starter handle three to four times to distribute the oil along the cylinder
bore, then refit the spark plug.
▪ Store in a dry place away from sources of ignition.
▪ Do not stack items on top of the grass trimmer.
