Full Product Manual

100406 - 3550W PORTABLE GENERATOR
STORAGE
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8. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug and pour about
a tablespoon of oil into the cylinder.
9. Pull the recoil slowly to crank the engine to distribute the
oil and lubricate the cylinder.
10. Reattach the spark plug and spark plug cap.
11. If the generator includes a battery, disconnect and charge
according to Generator Battery.
12. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator.
13. 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. Follow steps 1-5 according to Short Term Storage.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position or, for Dual Fuel
models ONLY, set the fuel selector switch for operation
on LPG and be sure any LPG fuel source is turned off and
disconnected from the generator.
5. Follow steps 8-13 according to Short Term Storage.
Removing from Storage
If the generator has been improperly stored for a long period
of time with gasoline in the gasoline tank and/or carburetor, all
fuel must be drained and the carburetor must be thoroughly
cleaned. This process involves technically advanced tasks.
For assistance please call our Technical Support Team at
1-877-338-0999. If the gasoline tank and carburetor were
properly emptied of all gasoline prior to the generator being
stored, follow the below steps when removing from storage.
1. Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel:
Gasoline.
2. Be sure the engine switch is in the “OFF” position.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position or, for Dual Fuel
models ONLY, set the fuel selector switch for operation on
gasoline.
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 valve to the “OFF”
position or, for Dual Fuel models ONLY, set the fuel selector
switch for operation on propane (LPG).
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. If the generator includes a battery, connect according to
Connect the Battery.
8. Start the generator according to Starting the Engine.
 DANGER
Generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon
monoxide gas.
To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your generator
during periods of storage, the following precautions should
be followed:
– When storing the generator make sure the engine switch
and fuel valve are set to the “OFF” position.
– If your generator includes a battery, disconnect
according to Generator Battery.