Shutting Down The Generator - Eastwood 30117 Instructions Manual

REFUELING THE GENERATOR
CAUTION: Before refueling, turn generator OFF and allow several minutes cooling before removing fuel cap. NEVER attempt to refuel a running engine!
• Turn off all connected appliances.
• Switch Main Breaker to the "OFF" Position.
• Turn Engine Switch to the "OFF" Position. NOTE: Never shut down engine by closing choke.
• Remove Fuel Cap located on top of Generator unit and fill tank with fresh, good quality 87 octane gasoline or until Fuel Gauge reads FULL.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
NOTE: Always use fresh fuel. Never use fuel that is stale or of unknown age as it may cause poor running or prevent starting of engine. Avoid getting rain or
moisture in fuel tank as it may cause poor running or prevent starting of engine. If fuel is spilled in vicinity of generator, remove all traces before starting.
• Replace Fuel Cap and tighten firmly by hand.

SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR

• Turn off all connected appliances.
• Switch Main Breaker to the "OFF" Position.
• Turn Engine Switch to the "OFF" Position. NOTE: Never shut down engine by closing choke.
PREPARING FOR STORAGE AFTER USE
1. Close Fuel Valve and start the Generator to clear out any remaining fuel from the carburetor
and engine.
2. Drain Gasoline – With the Fuel Valve "Open" (Fig U), place a suitable container capable
of receiving the amount of gasoline in the tank under the Carburetor then with a 10mm
wrench, remove Drain Plug on underside of Carburetor Fuel Bowl (Fig V).
NOTE: Do not lose the sealing washer under Drain Plug head.
- Replace Drain Plug and tighten firmly but not over tight.
- Close Fuel Valve.
NOTE: Fuel removal is very important and any remaining fuel can quickly degrade and absorb
atmospheric moisture causing gum and debris to develop in the carburetor, lines and tank
which will prevent engine starting at future usage times.
The use of fuel stabilizer products are not recommended for storage periods lasting more
than several months as lost volatility of gasoline may affect future Generator starting
and performance.
3. If the Generator was used for an extended time or heavily loaded, check the Oil Level and
add or change as necessary (refer to "Maintenance" section for procedure).
4. If the Generator was used for an extended time or in a dirty, dusty or wet environment,
check the Air Filter and replace if necessary (refer to "Maintenance" section for procedure)
5. Set Choke to the "Closed" position to help prevent atmospheric moisture from entering
engine.
6. After Generator is completely cooled, move it to a clean, dry location and cover with a
suitable cover. NOTE: A small barbecue grill cover will work well.
7. #30118 Only – Disconnect Battery Terminals for short-term storage. Remove battery for
long-term and storage in sub-freezing temperatures.
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FIG. U
FIG. V
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