200967 - 3500W DUAL FUEL PORTABLE GENERATOR
STORAGE
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5.
Option 1: Drain Gasoline from Carburetor
5a. Turn the fuel select dial to the “ENGINE STOP” position
and allow generator to cool completely before continuing.
5b. Use the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any
excess gasoline from the carburetor into an appropriate
container. Use a funnel (and appropriate hose if
necessary) under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid
spillage.
5c. When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor, replace
and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to
properly dispose of the drained gasoline according to
local regulations or guidelines.
6.
Option 2: Run Dry
6a. With the generator running, turn the fuel select dial to the
“GASOLINE OFF” position and allow the generator to run
until the engine stops from fuel starvation. This may take
a few minutes.
6b. Turn the fuel select dial to the “ENGINE STOP” position
and allow generator to cool completely before continuing.
7. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug and pour about a
tablespoon of oil into the cylinder.
8. Pull the recoil cord slowly to crank the engine to distribute the
oil and lubricate the cylinder.
9. Install the spark plug and spark plug cap.
10. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator.
11. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Long Term Storage (over 1 year)
For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be
completely drained of gasoline.
1. The generator is to be OFF and all appliances disconnected.
2. Turn the fuel select dial to the “GASOLINE RUN” position.
3. Use the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any excess
gasoline from the gasoline tank and carburetor into an
appropriate container. Use a funnel (and appropriate hose if
necessary) under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage.
4. When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor, replace
and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to properly
dispose of the drained gasoline according to local regulations
or guidelines.
5. Turn the fuel select dial to the “ENGINE STOP” position.
6. Follow steps 7-11 according to
Mid
Term Storage.
Removing from Storage
NOTICE
If the generator has been improperly stored for a period
longer than 30 days with ethanol blended gasoline in the
gasoline tank and/or carburetor, all fuel must be drained
and the carburetor must be thoroughly cleaned of ethanol build
up.
If the gasoline tank and carburetor were properly emptied of all
ethanol blended gasoline prior to the generator being stored,
follow the below steps when removing from storage.
1. Be sure the fuel dial is in the “ENGINE STOP” position.
2. Add gasoline to the generator according to
Add Fuel:
Gasoline
.
3. Turn the fuel dial to the “GASOLINE RUN” position.
4. After 5 minutes check the carburetor and air filter areas for
any leaking gasoline. If any leaks are found, the carburetor
will need to be disassembled and cleaned or replaced. If no
gasoline leaks are found, turn the fuel dial to the “ENGINE
STOP” position.
5. Check engine oil level and add clean, fresh oil if needed. See
Oil Specifications for proper oil type.
6. Check and clear air filter of any obstructions such as bugs or
cobwebs. If necessary, clean air filter according to Cleaning
the Air Filter.
7. Start the generator according to Starting the Engine.
