29StorageLong term storage (Over 30 days)Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days of longer) without performingprotective storage maintenance which includes the following:1. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil starter handle several times to removefuel from the carburettor.2. Always store fuel in approved container.3. Place the ignition switch in the "STOP" position.4. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit.5. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required.6. Tighten all the screws, bolts and nuts.7. Remove the spark plug and pour 10 mL of fresh, clean, two-stroke engine oil into thecylinder through the spark plug hole.A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2 or 3 times to distribute the oil inside the cylinder.C. Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole.Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leaveit there.8. Install the spark plug (Do not connect ignition cable).9. Cover the chain and the guide bar with the guide bar cover before putting them in storage.10. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children and other unauthorizedpersons.WARNINGDo not store in an enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an openflame or spark.NOTEFor future reference, you should keep this operator's manual.