Transporting/Storage - Honda EW171 Owner's Manual

TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
When transporting the generator/welder, turn the engine switch and the fuel
valve OFF and keep the generator/welder level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel
vapor or spilled fuel may ignite.
m Contact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause
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serious burns or fires. Let the engine cool before transporting or storing
the generator/welder.
Take care not to drop strike the generator/welder when transporting. Do not
place heavy objects on the generator/welders.
Before storing the unit for an extended period:
1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Service according to the table below:
STORAGE TIME
RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TO
PREVENT HARD STARTING
Less than 1 month
No preparation required
1 to 2 months
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
conditioner*.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
2 months to 1 year
conditioner*.
Drain the carburetor float bowl.
Drain the fuel sediment cup.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
conditioner*.
1 year or more
Drain the carburetor float bowl.
Drain the fuel sediment cup.
Remove the spark plug. Put a tablespoon of engine
oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the
pull rope to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
Change the engine oil.
After removal from storage, drain the stored gasoline
into a suitable container, and fill with fresh gasoline
before starting.
* Use gasoline conditioners that are formulated to extend storage life.
Contact your authorized Honda generator dealer for conditioner
recommendations.
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