Long Term Storage (Over 1 Year); Removing From Storage - Champion 201072 Operator's Manual

201072 - 3650W WIRELESS REMOTE START GENERATOR
7. When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor, replace
and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to properly
dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations
or guidelines.
8. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug and pour about a
tablespoon of oil into the cylinder.
9. Pull the recoil cord slowly to crank the engine to distribute the
oil and lubricate the cylinder.
10. Install the spark plug and spark plug cap.
11. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator.
12. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Long Term Storage (over 1 year)

For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be
completely drained of gasoline.
1. The generator is to be OFF and all appliances disconnected.
2. Turn the fuel dial to the "ON" position.
3. Remove the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any excess
gasoline from the gasoline tank and carburetor into an
appropriate container. Use a funnel (and appropriate hose if
necessary) under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage.
4. When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor, replace
and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to properly
dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations
or guidelines.
5. Turn the fuel dial to the "OFF" position.
6. Follow steps 8-12 according to Short Term Storage.

Removing from Storage

If the generator has been improperly stored for a period
longer than 30 days with ethanol blended gasoline in the
gasoline tank and/or carburetor, all fuel must be drained
and the carburetor must be thoroughly cleaned of ethanol
build up. This process involves technically advanced tasks.
For assistance please call our Technical Support Team at
1-877-338-0999.
If the gasoline tank and carburetor were properly emptied of all
ethanol blended gasoline prior to the generator being stored,
follow the below steps when removing from storage.
1. Be sure the fuel dial is in the "OFF" position.
2. Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel:
Gasoline.
3. Turn the fuel dial to the "ON" position.
4. After 5 minutes check the carburetor and air filter areas for
any leaking gasoline. If any leaks are found, the carburetor
will need to be disassembled and cleaned or replaced. If
no gasoline leaks are found, turn the fuel dial to the "OFF"
position.
5. Check engine oil level and add clean, fresh oil if needed. See
Oil Specifications for proper oil type.
6. Check and clear air filter of any obstructions such as bugs or
cobwebs. If necessary, clean air filter according to Cleaning
the Air Filter.
7. Start the generator according to Starting the Engine.
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