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Exercising the Generator
It is essential that the generator be exercised on a regular basis. This will prevent the
accumulation of varnish or sludge in the fuel system and also remove moisture from the generator
windings. Additionally the engine seals and moving components are lubricated. Exercise the
generator by running it with at least a 1/2 load (1000W) for 60 minutes per month. Gasoline fuel
treatments to prevent contamination of your fuel supply are available from your dealer. Fuel
varnishing necessitating replacement of the carburetor is not a warrantable failure.
Storage
a. Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container.
b. Turn the engine switch ON, and loosen the carburetor drain screw and drain the gasoline
from the carburetor into a suitable container.
c. With the drain screw loosened remove the spark plug cap and pull the starter grip 3 to 4 times
to drain the gasoline from the fuel pump.
d. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position, and tighten the drain screw securely.
e. Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely.
3. Change the engine oil.
4. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the oil and then reinstall the spark plug.
5. Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. At this point, the piston is coming up on its
compression stroke and both the intake and exhaust valves are closed. Storing the engine in
this position will help to protect it from internal corrosion.
Starter grip
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