Storage; Engine Storage Procedure - Kawasaki FX481V Manual Del Propietário

Engine Storage Procedure

When not operating your Kawasaki engine more
than 30 days, add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank and run
engine for 5 minutes then drain the fuel tank.
After draining the fuel tank, run the engine at low
idle until engine stalls.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can
be explosive under certain conditions.
Drain fuel before storing the equipment
for extended periods. Drain gasoline in a
well-ventilated area away from any source
of flame or sparks, including any appliances
with a pilot light. Store gasoline in an ap-
proved container in safe location.
WARNING
Gasoline is a toxic substance. Dispose of
gasoline properly. Contact your local author-
ities for approved disposal methods.
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Remove the spark plugs and pour approx. 1  2
mL (1/2 teaspoon) of engine oil through the spark

STORAGE

plug holes (A) and then screw the spark plugs in
after turning the engine a few times. Slowly turn
the engine until you feel compression and then
leave it there. This blocks the air inside the cylin-
der and prevents rust inside the engine.
Wipe the body with oily cloth.
Wrap the engine with plastic sheeting and store it
in a dry place.
Change engine oil for next use after period of stor-
age (refer to "Oil Change" section in "MAINTE-
NANCE" chapter).
A. Spark Plug Hole
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