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9. STORAGE
In order to avoid burning or re due to contact with any hot part of
the generator, don't pack and store the generator before it is cooled.
If it need be stored for a long time, be sure the storage area is clean and
dry.
(1) Drain the fuel in the fuel tank out, clean strainer, o-ring and sediment,
then ret them well. Drain fuel out of the carburetor by loosening the
drain bolt, then ret it and screw the carburetor bolt tight.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions. Drain fuel in a well ventilated area with the engine
stopped. Never smoke or allow ames or sparks in the area during
this procedure.
(2) Screw the oil dipstick off and screw the drain bolt off the crankcase
to completely drain the oil out. Then screw back the drain bolt and
add fresh oil to upper mark, nally ret the oil dipstick well.
(3) 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, then reinstall the spark plug.
(4) Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. Let the intake and
exhaust valves in “close” position.
(5) Place the generator in a clean area.
STORAGE
DRAIN
PLUG BOLT