Shindaiwa DGK60D Owner's Manual page 45

CAUTION : FIRE
 Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
 Allow the generator to cool before covering with the protective cover.
CAUTION : BURNS
 Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after
stopping the engine as they are still hot.
(1) Storage Procedures
Perform the following maintenance procedures before storing this generator if it is not going
to be used for two months or more.
Remove the battery.
1
(Refer to section "8-7. Checking the Battery Replacing the Battery".)
Replace the engine oil.
2
(Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (1) Engine Oil Replacement".)
Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and filter.
3
(Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (5) Fuel Filter Replacement (Main
and Pre-Filters)".)
(Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (6) Draining Water from the Fuel
Tank".)
Clean up and inspect inside of the spill containment.
4
(Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (9) Spill Containment
Cleaning/Inspection".)
Remove the starter key and store in a secure location.
5
Clean up all generator components, and store in a dry and dust-free location. Also cover
6
when storing so that rain cannot enter through the suction or exhaust ports.
< NOTE >
 Adjust the fluid of the removed battery to the appropriate level and recharge approximately every
month.
(2) Double-Stacking Procedures
WARNING : INJURY
Always be sure to observe the following items when double stacking this generator in
a warehouse or similar location.
 Check that the hood of this generator is not dented,
and that bolts are not loose or missing.
 Set in a location with a flat hard floor capable of
withstanding the double-stacking weight.
 Always be sure to use lifting hooks when lifting this
generator.
 Insert wood ties of the same size and that are wider
than this generator between each generator, and set
another generator on top of the ties.
 Never stack more than two levels, and do not set a
generator on top that is larger in weight/size than that
on the bottom.
 Do not operate the generator when it is double
stacked.
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