TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
When transporting the generator, turn the engine switch and the fuel valve
OFF.
Keep the generator level
to
prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or
spilled fuel may ignite.
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Contact
with
a
hot
engine
or
exhaust
system
can
cause
serious
burns
or
fires
..
let
the
engine
cool
before
transport·
ing
or
storing
the
generator.
Take
care not
to
drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on the generator.
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 conditioner·.
2 months
to
1 year
Drain the carburetor
float bowl.
Drain the fuel sediment cup.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner·.
Drain the carburetor float bowl.
Drain the fuel sediment cup.
1 year or more 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.
Alter 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
generator
dealer
for
conditioner
recommendations.
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