Ryobi RYi6522 Operator's Manual page 21

DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 19 - 20.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
 Turn off the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Remove the fuel line from the hose barb by squeezing
the ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.
NOTE: Make sure you are removing the fuel line that runs
between the fuel valve and the carburetor, NOT the line
that runs between the fuel valve and the fuel tank.
 Install one end of a drain line (not provided) over the hose
barb, and place the other end in a fuel container large
enough to catch the fuel being drained from the tank.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel
valve and reinstall fuel line securely on hose barb.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
 Put the engine stop switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 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.
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.
TRANSPORTING
See Figures 21 - 22.
 Turn off the generator.
 Disconnect any equipment that is plugged into the generator.
 Verify the fuel valve is in the OFF position.
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storing the
machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are cool.
 For security, insert the pins to secure the handles before
transporting.
 Tilt the machine toward 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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