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Page 17 — English
MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes then follow the guidelines below.
STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING
Less than 2 months Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
ordinances.
2 months to 1 year Drain fuel from carburetor.
Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
ordinances.
1 year or more Drain fuel from the carburetor.
Remove spark plug.
Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
ordinances.
Put a tablespoon of engine lubricant into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the
pull rope to distribute the lubricant.
Reinstall spark plug.
Change engine lubricant.
After removal from storage:
Fill with fresh gasoline.
NOTE: If storing gasoline in suitable container for later use, make sure gasoline has been treated with fuel stabi-
lizer according to stabilizer manufacturer’s instructions.
When the fuel has drained from the tank, place the engine
switch/fuel valve/choke lever in OFF position and reinstall
fuel line securely onto the hose barb.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
Place the engine switch/fuel valve/choke lever in the OFF
position.
Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
Retighten drain screw.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines
in your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
REPLACING FUEL FILTER
See Figure 21.
Occasionally the fuel filter may become clogged and need
to be replaced. To purchase a replacement fuel filter, contact
customer service or a qualified service center.
NOTE: Fuel tank must be empty before replacing fuel filter.
Run unit until tank is empty, if needed, or inspect filter prior
to fill-up.
Place the engine switch/fuel valve/choke lever in the OFF
position.
Remove the fuel line from both sides of the filter by
squeezing the ends of the retaining clip with pliers.
Slide the fuel line off.
Replace with new fuel filter.
Reinstall fuel lines to new fuel filter.
TRANSPORTING
Place the engine switch/fuel valve/choke lever in the OFF
position.
Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before transporting
the machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are
cool.
Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank and securely
restrain the generator.
Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the gen-
erator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant.
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