Transportationand Storage - Generac Power Systems 005792-0 Owner's Manual

Figure 12 - Rep/ace Spark P/ug
SPARK PLUG
LOCATION
Figure 13 - Carburetor Drain Va/ve
CARBUREATOR DRAIN
VALVE LOCATED BEHIND
AIR INTAKE
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Transport or store the generatoronly if it has cooled completely.
Make sure the fuel valve and the vent on the fuel cap are both in
the OFF("0") position.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as the carburetor,fuel hose or tank during
long-term storage.Also, experienceindicatesthat alcohol-blended
fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,
which leadsto separationand formation of acids; these acids gas
can damagethe fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems,the use of a commercial fuel stabilizer
prior to storage is recommended. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions when adding the fuel stabilizer.
If the generatoris going to be stored for more than six (6) months,
the generatorshould be preparedas follows:
1. Removeall gasolinefrom the fuel tank.
2. Start and run engineuntil enginestops from tackof fuel or open
the valve on carburetor bowl (Figure13), and allow gasoline
to drain down tube into a receptacle.Discardappropriately.Be
sureto close the valve once the gasolinehas drained.
TURN VALVE COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE TO DRAIN FUEL,
CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE
3. Whileengine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase.Refillwith
recommendedgrade.
4. Remove spark plugs and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 mt) of
engine oil into the cylinders. Cover spark plug hole with rag.
Pull the starting rope severaltimes to coat the cylinder walls
with engineoil.
5. Install and tighten the spark plug.
6. Clean the generator outer surfaces. Check that cooling air
slots and openings on generatorare open and unobstructed.
7. Storethe unit in a clean, dry place.
Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another.
If possible, store the unit indoors and cover it to give protection
from dust and dirt.
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