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Storage
The generator should be started at least once every seven
days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes, if this cannot be
done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use
the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.
GeneratorStorage
• Cleanthe generator as outlined in Cleaning in the
Maintenance section.
• Checkthat cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
LongTerm Storage Instructions
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or
on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use Briggs
& Stratton FRESHSTART® fuel stabilizer, available as a
liquid additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.
There is no needto drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine
for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel
system. The engine and fuel can then be stored up to
24 months.
ChangeOil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oilin Engine
Maintenance.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it
has beentreated as described in Long Term Storage
Instructions.
2. Replacefuel can if it starts to rust. Contaminated fuel
will cause engine problems.
3. if possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
4. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
,i_ WARNING Storage covers could cause a fire
resulting in death, serious injury and/or property
damage.
• DONOTplacea storagecoverovera hot generator.
• Let equipmentcoolfor a sufficienttime beforeplacingthe
coveronthe equipment. .....
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....... generator ia e!e_ai dry area.
If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container. Ru ...........
the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of ............
stabilizer in the storage container is
maintain freshness.... ....
A WARNING Fueland its vapors are
_,_ , , and explosivewhich coul8 Caus_bSrns,
J[d_ _ fire or explosionresulting in death,
m.,m, _r "_: seriousinjury and/or property damage.
WHENSTORINGFUELOREQUIPMENTWITHFUELIN
Storeawayfrom furnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothes_iye_
or otherappliancesthat havepilotlight or otherignitio__GU_:::
becausetheycouldignitefuel vapors.
WHENDRAININGFUEL ....
* TurngeneratorengineOFFandJetit _olat:e_i _ _ihutes
beforeremovingfuelcap. Loosencapslowly_Qrelievepressure
intank.
* Drain fuel tank outdoors.
* Keepfuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,heat, and
other ignition sources.
* Checkfuel lines,tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks.Replaceif necessary.
. DO NOTlight a cigarette or smoke.
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