Transport & Storage - Hyundai HY3500Ei User Manual

8. TRANSPORT & STORAGE
TRANSPORT
7.0 For transport, do not overfill the fuel tank.
7.1 If the generator has been used, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading
it in to the transport vehicle.
7.2 To prevent fuel spillage, the generator should be secured upright in its normal
working position with the start switch in the OFF position and the fuel cap vent lever
in the OFF position.
7.3 If transporting over rough terrain, remove all the fuel from the fuel tank.
7.4 DO NOT drop or strike the generator when transporting.
7.5 DO NOT place heavy objects on top of the generator.
STORAGE
7.6 The following steps should be taken if you store the generator for more than 30 days.
7.7 Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank into a suitable container.
7.8 Remove the maintenance cover to gain access to the carburetor.
Turn the engine switch to the 'ON' position and loosen the carburetor drain screw to
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allow the fuel in the carburetor to drain into a suitable container.
7.10 Remove the spark plug HT lead cap and pull the recoil starter handle three to four
times to remove all the fuel from the fuel lines.
Turn the engine switch to the 'OFF' position and tighten the carburetor drain plug
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screw.
7.12 Change the engine oil following the procedure 6.14 to 6.20.
7.13 Remove the spark plug and pour a tablespoon of fresh engine oil down the cylinder
bore.
7.14 Pull the recoil starter handle three to four times to distribute the oil along the cylinder
bore, then refit the spark plug.
7.15 Store in a dry place away from sources of ignition.
7.16 Do not stack items on top of the generator.
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