Before storing your generator for extended periods of time, you should drain your generator of
gasoline.
Emptying the Gas Tank
Shut fuel valve off
Remove fuel filter cup
Empty fuel filter cup
Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
Remove the fuel filter cup (see “Removing the Fuel Filter Cup”
earlier in this section.
Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel.
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CAUTION: Do not store fuel from one season to another. Gasoline sold at the pump
today contains additives such as ethanol that even when stored properly may
damage the fuel system components.
Drain gas from generator
With a receptacle underneath the generator to catch the gas,
turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position. Drain all the gas from
the generator.
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Shut fuel valve off
Replace fuel filter cup
Store emptied gas
Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
Reinstall the fuel filter cup.
Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place and add fuel
stabilizer to keep fuel fresh and usable.
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