GPi 3200 I 4300
Maintenance
5.9 Storing the Generator
When Follow the procedures described below if you intend to take your generator out of
service and store it for at
least six months.
Tasks The following tasks must be performed
in
order to prepare the generator for storage:
1.
Drain fuel from the fuel tank.
2.
Drain fuel from the carburetor.
3.
Change the engine oil.
4.
Check for loose or missing fasteners; tighten or replace as needed.
5.
Clean the machine.
6.
Store the machine.
Prerequisites • Engine is stopped and cool to the touch
Draining the
fuel tank
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• Machine is on a level surface
• Fresh engine oil (see engine operator's manual)
• Clean,
dry shop cloths
• Plastic cloth
and containers of sufficient volume to collect drained fuel and oil
Note: Collect, store and dispose
of
drained fuel and oil
in
accordance with current
environmental protection regulations.
WARNING
Fire/burn hazards. Gasoline is flammable and can ignite or explode.
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Keep all open flames, sparks, and cigarettes away from the machine while
draining the fuel tank and carburetor.
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Do not drain fuel while the engine is running or hot.
Follow the procedure below to drain the fuel tank.
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1.
Place a plastic cloth and a collection container beneath the machine.
2.
Locate the fuel line (M4). Pinch the fuel line with locking pliers or a hose pincher
and disconnect it from the
fuel strainer (M).
3.
Open the fuel line and drain fuel into the collection container.
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NEUSON
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