QuestionHello John ... I recently acquired a John Deere 112l lawn tractor with a snow blower attachment. The engine is a Kawasaki FB-460V . Now that winter is almost over, I want to put it to sleep the right way so when I wake it up, it runs as good as it does now. Would you please tell me what to do. Thanks very much!
AnswerHello Frank:
>>I Usually Suggest Running the Last 1/4 Tank of Gas out of the Unit and Carburetor After Adding a Small Amount of 2 Cycle Oil to the Gas.
>>The 2 Cycle Oil will Coat the Internal Components of the Fuel System and Carburetor with an Oil Film and Help Prevent Varnish Build up.
>>Make Sure the Unit is Clean and then Oil All the Pivot Points (Idler Arm Brackets, Any Removable Pins, ect) and Cables with a Lubricating Oil, Not Penetrating Oil.
>>Change the Spark Plug, Oil and Clean/Change the Air Filter.
>>I Usually Service the Unit Before Storage. It is Better to have New Oil in the Crankcase than the Old Dirty Oil Setting there for 5 Months or More.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
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John
