g'day mark,

if and old mower mechanic can add his bit?

with diaphram carbies like on chainsaws etc.,. not a good diea to run
them dry as the diaphram will dry out and could need replacing at next
start. yes when engine is cold put a teaspoon or 2 of oil into plug
hole (remove plug first) then with not a lot of effort gently spin the
motor over using the strater, bring piston to top dead centre you may
be able to see this through the plug hole or put spark plug back in
and gently ease on the starter until you meet the resistance of top
dead centre, tis helps to stop moisture entering the upper cylinder
throuhg the inlet and exhaust ports. empty the fuel out of the tank
and refill with fresh fuel to maximum least air space as can be
achieved in the tank. the macine will store well over winter for the
next season fit new spark plug and empty and replace the fuel.

our winters are shorter so i find the fuel is still good.

on 2 stroke mowers if they have float bowl carby turn tap off and
empty carby out then fill fuel tank, this to stop rubbers from drying
out and tap filter from gumming up with old fuel residue. again use
oil to lubricate upper cylinder and bring piston to top dead centre,
refit the spark plug and replace at beginning of the next season, same
as with chainsaws etc.,. if teh mower has a diaphram carby again like
the chainswas don't run it dry, they are hermatically sealed so there
should be little risk of gumming up.

we have b&s 4 stroke so the tank stays fullover winter, with 4 stroke
again put some engine oil in teh upper cylinder and with plug in place
pull motore over to top dead centre this ensures the valves are all
closed.

the amount of oil used for upper cylinder lubricant not critical as
over winter it will drain into the crank cases so be sure to use 2
stroke oil for those machines, ensure that air filters are clean and
serviced.



On Sun, 24 Oct 2010 07:44:26 +0000, Mark Heptonstal
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Mark 13:33 "Take ye heed, watch and pray:
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