Storage - Generac Portable Products 4000 EXL Owner's Manual

To Clean the Generator
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
• A soft bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt
or oil.
• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to
blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on
generator.These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.

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 "To Clean the
Generator."
• Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
CAUTION!
Storage covers can be flammable.
Do Not place a storage cover over a hot
generator. Let the unit cool for a sufficient time
before placing the cover on the unit.
4000EXL Extended Life Generator
Engine Storage
See engine owner's manual for instructions.
Other Storage Tips
• To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on
essential carburetor parts, empty all two supplied fuel
stabilizer containers into fuel tank and fill with fresh
gasoline. Run the unit for several minutes to circulate the
additive through the carburetor.The unit and fuel can
then be stored for up to 24 months. Additional fuel
stabilizer can be purchased locally.
• Do Not store gasoline from one season to another
unless it has been treated as described above.
• Replace gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
in gasoline can cause problems when that fuel is used
with this unit.
• Store in clean and dry area.
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