Echo GT-230 Operator's Manual

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24storageLong Term Storage (over 30 days)WARNINGDuring operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clearof flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injurymay result.Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte-nance which includes the following:1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.dANGeRDo not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark.2. Place the stop switch in the "OFF" position.3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debrisfrom exterior of unit.4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that arerequired.5. Tighten all the screws and nuts.6. Drain fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6 -7times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor thendrain the tank again. Close choke, start and run theengine until it stops due to lack of fuel.7. A. Allow engine to cool then remove the spark plugand pour 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of fresh, clean, two-strokeengine oil into the cylinder through the spark plughole.B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to distributethe oil inside the engine.C. Observe the piston location through the spark plughole. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until thepiston reaches the top of it's travel and leave itthere.8. Install the spark plug (do not connect spark plugcable).