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How To Prepare and Maintain Your Non-Ethanol Gasoline Equipment For Colder Temperatures

Several types of winter equipment can see performance and maintenance benefits from using non-ethanol gas, such as:

  • Snowblowers: Snowblowers can go unused for months, especially during mild winters. Non-ethanol gas helps ensure smooth starts and prevents carburetor issues from ethanol-related deposits and moisture.
  • Chainsaws: Essential for clearing fallen branches after winter storms, chainsaws perform more reliably with non-ethanol fuel, especially after long periods of inactivity.
  • Generators: Non-ethanol gasoline ensures that generators will run smoothly when you need them most, avoiding fuel separation issues that could cause failure during an emergency.

Tips for Winterizing Equipment with Non-Ethanol Gasoline

  1. Drain or Replace the Fuel
    If you’ve been using ethanol-blended fuel, drain it out of your equipment’s tank and replace it with non-ethanol gasoline. This is especially important for equipment that you plan to store.
  2. Run the Engine After Refueling
    Run the engine briefly to allow non-ethanol fuel to circulate through the carburetor and fuel lines. This step helps remove any residual ethanol-blended fuel and reduces the chance of clogs and deposits.
  3. Add a Stabilizer for Longer Storage
    While non-ethanol gasoline is more stable, it’s still a good idea to add a fuel stabilizer if you plan on storing the equipment for more than a few months.
  4. Store in a Cool, Dry Place
    Storage conditions matter—keep fuel tanks and spare gasoline in a cool, dry place to further reduce moisture exposure and oxidation.

Non-ethanol gasoline may cost slightly more upfront, but the benefits in terms of reduced maintenance, fewer issues with cold starts, and improved longevity make it worthwhile for winter equipment. As a result, using non-ethanol gasoline is an effective and straightforward way to help your equipment stay ready to go when you need it most.

Contact Holtzman Oil today to learn more about non-ethanol gasoline or visit our gas station location map to find non-ethanol gasoline at the closest Holtzman station near you.

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