Black Max BM905511 Operator's Manual page 21

 Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
 Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
 Retighten drain screw.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
REPLACING FUEL FILTER
See Figure 23.
Occasionally the fuel filter may become clogged and need
to be replaced. To purchase a replacement fuel filter contact
customer service or a qualified service center.
NOTE: Fuel tank must be empty before replacing fuel filter.
Run unit until tank is empty, if needed, or inspect filter prior
to fill-up.
To replace:
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Push the fuel valve knob through the generator housing
and pull down slightly to gain access to the filter.
 Remove the fuel line from both sides of the filter by
squeezing the ends of the retaining clip with pliers.
STORAGE
When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes then follow the guidelines below.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 2 months  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
2 months to 1 year  Drain fuel from carburetor.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
1 year or more  Drain fuel from the carburetor.
 Remove spark plug.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
 Put a tablespoon of engine lubricant into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the pull
 Reinstall spark plug.
 Change engine lubricant.
After removal from storage:
 Fill with fresh gasoline.
NOTE: If storing gasoline in suitable container for later use, make sure gasoline has been treated with fuel stabilizer
according to stabilizer manufacturer's instructions.
MAINTENANCE
rope to distribute the lubricant.
 Slide the fuel line off.
 Replace with new fuel filter.
 Reinstall fuel lines to new fuel filter.
 Reinstall fuel valve knob in generator housing. Push for-
ward until knob snaps securely into position.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
TRANSPORTING
 Verify the fuel valve is in the OFF position.
 Turn off the generator. Disconnect any equipment that is
plugged into the generator.
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storing the
machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are cool.
 Raise the handle to the up position.
 Tilt the machine away from you until it balances on the
wheels, then roll the machine to the desired location.
 If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank, close the
fuel valve and securely restrain the generator.
 Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the gen-
erator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant.
PRIOR TO STORING
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