Fuel System Maintenance; Storage Procedure; Lubricating System; Fuel System - Kohler 6VSG Service Manual

After reconnecting the battery cables, coat the battery
terminals with petroleum jelly, silicone grease, or other
nonconductive grease.

2.10 Fuel System Maintenance

Routine service items include draining water/sediment
from piping at petcock or pipe end cap, checking for
fuel leakage at pipe connections, checking flexible
sections for cracking or chafing, and keeping
components clean including fuel regulator vent holes.
A grease or wax residue tends to accumulate in the
piping and fuel regulators over time. If fuel system
problems persist, disassemble the fuel system
components and check for residue buildup. Remove
any residue with a brush and mild detergent.

2.11 Storage Procedure

Perform the following storage procedure before
removing the generator set from service for three
months or longer. Follow the engine manufacturer's
recommendations for storage, if available.
Note: Run the generator set monthly whenever
possible.

2.11.1 Lubricating System

1. Operate the generator set until it reaches
operating temperature, or about 15 minutes.
2. Stop the generator set.
3. While the engine is still warm, drain the engine
lubrication oil from the engine crankcase.
4. Refill engine crankcase with oil. See Operation
Manual for oil recommendations.
5. Run the generator set for a few minutes to
distribute the clean oil.
6. Stop the generator set.

2.11.2 Fuel System

1. Start the generator set.
2. With the generator set running, shut off the gas
supply.
3. Run the generator set until the engine stops.
4. Press the OFF button on the generator set
controller.
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2.11.3 Cylinder Lubrication

1. Remove the spark plugs.
2. Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into each spark
plug hole. Install the spark plugs and ground the
spark plug leads. Do not connect the leads to the
plugs.
3. Crank the engine two or three revolutions to
lubricate the cylinders.

2.11.4 Exterior Preparation

1. Clean the exterior surface of the generator set.
2. Seal all openings
nonabsorbent adhesive tape.
3. Mask all areas to be used for electrical contact.
4. Spread a light film of oil over unpainted metallic
surfaces to prevent rust and corrosion.

2.11.5 Battery

Perform battery storage last.
1. Press the OFF button on the generator set
controller.
2. Disconnect the battery, negative (–) lead first.
3. Clean the battery.
4. Place the battery in a warm, dry location.
5. Connect the battery to a float/equalize battery
charger, or charge the battery monthly using a
trickle charger.
manufacturer's recommendations.
Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance
in the engine
Follow the battery charger
with
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