Troy-Bilt 1924 Owner's Manual page 14

Storage
STO RAG E
The generator shouH be started at Heast once every seven
days and allowed to run at Heast 30 minutes. [f this cannot
be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days+
use the following guideHines to prepare it for storage.
Generator Storage
+ CHean the generator as oudined in "Generator CHeaning".
+ Check that cooHing air shots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed+
+ DO NOT phce a storage cover over a hot generatoc
+ Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before phdng the
cover on the equipment+
_ine Storage
See engine owner's manuaH for instructions.
Other Stora s
° To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on
essential carburetor parts+ add fuel stabilizer into fuel
tank and fill with fresh fuel. Run the unit for several
minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor.
The unit and fuel can then be stored for up to
24 months. Fuel stabilizer can be purchased locally.
, DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless
it has been treated as described above.
° Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.
+ Store unit in a clean and dry area.