Step 1.
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key where applicable.
Step 2.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
Step 3.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
Step 4.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Step 5.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where fumes may be ignited by an open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.
Step 6.*
Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for storage periods of three months or more.