Emptying The Gas Tank - DuroStar DS4400E User Manual

MAINTENANCE AND CARE (CONTINUED)

Emptying the Gas Tank

Before storing your generator for extended periods of time, you should drain your generator of
gasoline.
CAUTION: Do not store fuel from one season to another. Gasoline sold at the pump
today contains additives such as ethanol that even when stored properly may
damage the fuel system components.
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1.
Shut fuel valve off
Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" position.
2.
Remove fuel filter cup
Remove the fuel filter cup (see "Removing the Fuel Filter Cup"
earlier in this section.
3.
Empty fuel filter cup
Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel.