Transporting Generator - Honeywell HW6200L - Portable Generator Owner's Manual

Using pliers remove the spark arrestor screen cover
7.
(B) using a gentle rocking motion.
Remove the spark arrestor screen (C).
8.
9. Inspect spark arrestor screen.
If screen is damaged or excessively worn, replace
„
with new screen.
„ If screen is in good condition, clean using wire
brush and then reinstall.
FIGURE 47: Clean Screen
10. Reinstall remaining spark arrestor components care-
fully aligning screw holes.
„ Screen cover
„ Clamp
„ Muffler cover

Transporting Generator

Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious
burns or fires. Cool generator completely before
transporting or storing.
When transporting the generator:
• Press engine control switch to OFF position.
• Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
•
Keep generator level to prevent fuel spillage.
•
Be sure pins are in place in the handle and handle
bracket before moving generator.
NOTICE
NEVER drop, strike, or place heavy objects on generator
when transporting.
HW6200/HW6200L Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual
Transporting Generator
Storing Generator
NOTICE
Follow service procedures for preparing generator for stor-
age. Inadequate or improper care of generator can result in
damage to generator components and will void limited war-
ranty.
Before storing generator for extended period of time:
• Be sure storage area is free of excessive humidity
and dust.
• Refer to Table 5 for recommended preparation proce-
dures.
Storage Time Recommended Preparation
Less than 1
No preparation required.
month
Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline and
1 to 2 months
add gasoline conditioner
2 months to 1
See procedure below.
year or more
TABLE 5. Recommended Service Procedures Based on Storage
Time
* Use gasoline conditioners formulated to extend storage life.
Contact authorized generator dealer for conditioner recommen-
dations.
To prepare generator for long-term storage:
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
• NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near genera-
tor or where gasoline is stored.
1. Drain fuel into suitable container (see page 26).
Change engine oil (see page 19).
2.
3. Remove spark plug (see page 23).
Add a tablespoon of clean engine oil into spark plug
4.
hole.
Place rag over spark plug hole and pull recoil starter
5.
handle slowly to turn engine and distribute oil.
6. Use a flashlight to view in the spark plug hole and pull
the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston is at the
top of its compression stroke. This closes both the
intake and exhaust valves and protects the engine
from internal corrosion.
Reinstall spark plug.
7.
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