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Draining Fuel
1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
2. Place suitable container underneath drain hole to
catch fuel.
3. Loosen bolt (underneath fuel sediment cup) using a
10 mm box wrench while holding the fitting above the
fuel shut-off valve with a 22 mm open end wrench.
4. Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position.
5. Allow fuel to drain into container.
6. To ensure all fuel is drained, carefully tip generator by
pulling up on frame at side opposite of recoil starter
handle.
7. Allow fuel to completely drain into container.
8. Reinstall bolt.
9. Run engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.
10. Turn fuel shut-off valve to the OFF position.
11. Loosen carburetor fuel bowl screw and use a rag to
absorb fuel from the drain port.
12. When ready to put generator back into operation, refill
with fresh fuel (see page 20).
FIGURE 50: Loosen Bolt to Drain Fuel
FIGURE 51: Fuel Shut-off Valve — ON/OFF position
FIGURE 52: Tip Generator to Completely Drain Fuel
FIGURE 53: Drain Fuel Bowl
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel
or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, the area
must be dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor.
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