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Thegenerator shouldbestarted atleastonceevery
sevendaysandallowed torunat least30minutes. I f
thiscannot b edoneandyoumuststoretheunitfor
morethan30days,usethefollowing information a s a
guideto prepare itforstorage.
Long Term Storage
_nstructions
it is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essential fuel system parts, such as the carburetor,
fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also,
experience indicates that alcohol-blended
fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,
which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic fuel can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow
these instructions:
WARNING
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN
TANK
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water
heaters,
clothes
dryers
or other
appliances
that have
pilot
light or other
ignition
source
because
they
can ignite
fuel vapors.
WHEN DRAiNiNG FUEL
Turn generator
OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before
removing
fuel cap. Loosen cap
slowly
to relieve
pressure in tank.
Drain fuel tank outdoors.
Keep
fuel away from
sparks,
open
flames,
pilot lights,
heat,
and other
ignition
sources,
DO NOT
light a
cigarette or smoke.
Protect
Fue_ System
Fuel Additive:
If adding a fuel additive, fill the fuel tank with fresh
fuel. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration during storage. Engine and fuel can
be stored up to 24 months with additive.
•
Add fuel additive following manufacturer's
instructions.
•
Run the engine outdoors for several minutes to be
sure that treated fuel has replaced the untreated
fuel in the carburetor.
If fuel additive is not used, remove all fuel from tank
and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
Change OH
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase.
Refill with recommended grade.
OHCylinder Sore
•
Remove spark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30ml)
of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
•
Install spark plug and crank slowly to distribute oil.
WARNING
NEVER
crank
enqine
with
spark
plug removed,
Generator
1.
Clean generator as outlined in "Generator Cleaning".
2.
Check that cooling air slots and openings on
generator are open and unobstructed.
Other Storage
Tips
1.
DO NOT store fuel from one season to another.
2.
Replace fuel can if it starts to rust. Contaminated
fuel will cause engine problems.
3.
If possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt. BE SURE TO
EMPTY FUEL TANK.
4.
Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture.
.
DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator.
Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing
the cover on the equipment.
Store generator
in clean,
dry area.
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