MTD S240 Manuel D’Utilisation

Observe the following, when preparing your snow 
thrower for off-season storage:
•  Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors, away 

from any open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extin-
guish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources 
of ignition prior to draining fuel. Fuel left in engine 
during warm weather deteriorates and will cause 
serious starting problems.

•  If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare for 

storage as instructed in the separate engine manual 
packed with your unit.

•  Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops 

due to lack of fuel.

•  Remove gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to 

prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts 
and causing possible malfunction of engine. 

•  Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain, 

located below the carburetor cover.

•  Fuel stabilizers, such as STA-BIL®, are an accept-

able alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel 
gum deposits during storage. Do not drain carburetor 
if using a fuel stabilizer.

•  Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust.
•  Remove spark plug and pour one ounce of engine 

oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. Cover spark 
plug hole with rag. Crank engine several times to 
distribute oil. Replace spark plug.

•  Follow the lubrication recommendations found in the 

Maintenance Section.

•  Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area.