Shutting Off Your Generator - Wen DF8000X Instruction Manual

CAUTION! Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator. Never stop the engine with elec-
trical devices connected and running.
OPTION 1: AUTOMATIC FUEL SHUTOFF (GASOLINE ONLY)
Your generator is equipped with automatic fuel shutoff. This feature turns off the flow of fuel, allowing for the gen-
erator to use up the remaining fuel from the carburetor before turning off. This prolongs the lifespan of the generator
by preventing build-up and blockages caused by stagnant fuel inside of a carburetor.
1. Turn off all electrical devices prior to unplugging them from
the generator. Unplugging running devices can cause damage to
the generator.
2. Allow the generator to run at no load for a few minutes to sta-
bilize the internal temperatures.
3. Turn the fuel valve (Fig. 16 - 1) to the OFF position.
4. The engine will continue to run until the majority of the fuel in
the carburetor is consumed, which takes a few minutes. It will
then shut off automatically. This feature helps to prevent the car-
buretor from being clogged by stale fuel, extending your genera-
tor's lifespan.
6. Push the engine switch (Fig. 17) to the OFF position.
OPTION 2: MANUAL SHUTOFF
In case you are in a hurry and do not want to wait for the generator to automatically shut down, the manual shutoff
feature is available. However, this method will leave stagnant fuel in the carburetor, possibly causing blockages,
a shortened lifespan, and other maintenance issues. If this approach is frequently taken, make sure to drain your
carburetor before any long storage periods.
1. Turn off all electrical devices prior to unplugging them from the generator. Unplugging running devices can cause
damage to the generator.
2. Push the engine switch to the OFF position.
OPTION 3: LPG SHUTOFF
1. Turn off all electrical devices prior to unplugging them from the generator. Unplugging running devices can cause
damage to the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on.
2. Let the engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator.
3. Make sure the fuel valve is OFF and then turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure that the fuel valve and the engine switch are in the OFF position when the genera-
tor is not in use.
WARNING! Allow the generator to cool down before touching areas that become hot during use.
CAUTION: Allowing gasoline to sit in the fuel tank for long periods of time can make it difficult to start the gen-
erator in the future. Never store the generator for extended periods of time (over 2 months) with fuel in the fuel
tank. Refer to "Storing the Generator."

SHUTTING OFF YOUR GENERATOR

Fig. 16
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Fig. 17
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