Long Term Storage - Honda EU 2000i Maintenance Manual

Long-Term Storage
Prior to a long period of non-use, it is essential to drain the fuel system as described in
Short-Term Storage, above. In addition, you should fog the cylinders with fogging oil (if
necessary regular oil can used as well) which provides a protective coating to the
combustion cylinder and related parts to prevent corrosion. Fogging oil usually comes
in aerosol cans and should be sprayed into the spark-plug hole (CRC can in figure 12)
while pulling on the starting rope several times to spread the oil and coat the cylinder
walls.. Follow the instructions on the fogging oil can for additional details. Warning:
WD40 is versatile, widely used good product, however it is a solvent not lubricant. Do
not use it in lieu of fogging oil.
Gas tank cap
Do not tighten the gas tank cap prior to long term storage. Screw on the cap all the way
and back it up approximately 1/4 to 1/2 turn. This will prevent the rubber gasket from
forming a permanent set and grove. Make sure that the vent valve works properly.
After a long storage it may stick. The clue for this condition is when the generator runs
for a few minutes and stops. Open the gas cap and start the generator. If it runs
properly, the vent valve is stuck. Clean it.
Figure 10. Gas tank cap
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