Storage/Transport Procedures - Sportsman GEN7500DF-SS Instruction Manual

STORAGE/TRANSPORT PROCEDURES

Never place any type of storage cover on this generator while it is still hot.
When transporting or storing this generator for extended time:
• Allow generator to fully cool before moving it. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials.
• Disconnect the battery used for the electric start feature of this generator, first disconnecting the black cable and then the red cable.
• Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position.
• Disconnect the spark plug. (See Figure 16, Locating the spark plug.)
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
• Do not drop or strike this generator while moving it.
• Store this generator in a cool dry area, free of excessive dust.
To store this generator for extended time if you have used gasoline: Drain the gasoline from the carburetor AND fuel tank.
To drain gasoline from this generator:
1. Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position and let the engine run until it stops.
2. Remove the fuel filter cup. (See "Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning" earlier in this section.)
3. Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel.
4. Place a receptacle underneath this generator to catch gasoline as it drains.
5. Turn the fuel valve to the "on" position and allow all gasoline to drain.
6. Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position.
7. Replace the fuel filter cup.
8. Store the drained gasoline in a suitable place.
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