Storage - Troy-Bilt 30331 Operator's Manual

Storage

The generator should be started at least once every seven
days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be
done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use
the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.
Generator Storage
• Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning.
• Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
Long Term Storage Instructions
Fuel will become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causes acids and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or
on essential carburetor parts. Prior to storage, if gasoline
has not been treated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained
from the engine into an approved container. Then run engine
until it stops from lack of fuel.
When fuel stabilizers are used according to their
instructions, there is no need to drain the gasoline from the
engine prior to storage. Use Briggs & Stratton FRESH
START™ fuel stabilizer, available as a liquid additive or a drip
concentrated liquid cartridge. Run the engine for a short time
to circulate stabilizer throughout the fuel system. Engine and
fuel can then be stored up to 24 months.
If gasoline is drained, the use of a fuel stabilizer in the
storage container is still recommended to maintain
freshness.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers
or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite fuel vapors.
WHEN DRAINING FUEL
• Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in
tank.
• Drain fuel tank outdoors.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade.
Oil Cylinder Bore
• Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 ml)
of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
• Install spark plug and pull starter handle slowly to
distribute oil.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
• NEVER crank engine with spark plug removed.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it
has been treated as described in Long Term Storage
Instructions.
2. Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/ or
dirt in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this
unit.
3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
WARNING
Storage covers can be flammable.
• DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator.
• Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
on the equipment.
4. Store generator in clean, dry area.
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