Winter Storm Reminder… Protect Your Equipment With the severe snowstorms moving through right now, this is a good time to protect your small engines and outdoor equipment whenever possible. If your equipment is sitting outside, cover it or tent it to reduce snow accumulation and temperature cycling. Repeated freezing and thawing creates condensation, and that moisture has one place to go…into your fuel system. Why this matters: - Water in fuel lines can freeze and block fuel flow - Moisture causes hard starting and stalling - Ethanol fuel attracts water and accelerates problems - Ice in carburetors and fuel bowls can lead to damage Best practices during storms: - Cover or tent machines to limit snow and moisture exposure - Store equipment off bare ground when possible - Keep fuel tanks full to reduce condensation - Use fresh fuel and a quality fuel stabilizer - If possible, move equipment into a sheltered area These small steps can prevent no-start situations, frozen fuel lines, and unnecessary repairs once temperatures swing again. Winter maintenance is about prevention — not just fixing problems after they happen. Stay safe, Stay Warm Lefebvre Performance