Bolens 131-410A - Manual (Page 22)

5. Reverse the preceding steps to reassemble.
NOTE '
Be certain all belts are inside belt
guards and keepers. Also, be sure to
reassemble the safety wires: Two
red, two green and one yellow.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
NOTE
Engines to be stored over 30 days
should be completely drained of
fuel to prevent gum deposits form­
ing on essential carburetor parts,
fuel filters, fuel lines and tank.
Remove all fuel from fuel tank. Run the engine
until it stops from lack of fuel. The small
amount of fuel that remains in the sump of the
tank should then be removed by absorbing it
with a clean, dry cloth.
2. While engine is still warm, drain oil from
crankcase. Refill with fresh oil.
3. Remove spark plug, pour 1 ounce of SAE 30 oil
into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil.
To prevent accidental starting, DO NOT
replace the spark plug.
4. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder
head fins and blower housing.
5. Clean all grass from under side of deck.
6. Clean the air filter.
7. Place blocks under frame of mower so that
the wheels are off the ground.
8. Cover all bare metal parts, such as the mow­
ing edge of the blades, with grease to prevent
rusting.
9. Cover the mower with a tarpaulin or other pro­
tective covering.
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