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11. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
12. TROUBLESHOOTING
The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for periods of 6 months or longer.
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Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by disconnecting the fuel line.
Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine-starting diffi cult.
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Remove the carburetor fl oat chamber and also drain the carburetor. (See Fig.󱌸-①)
❶ DRAIN SCREW
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Change engine oil.
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Check for loose bolts and screws, tighten them if necessary.
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Clean generator thoroughly with oiled cloth.
Spray with preservative if available.
NEVER USE WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR !
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Pull starter handle until resistance is felt, leaving handle in that position.
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Store generator in a well ventilated, low humidity area.
When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is available at the output socket,
check the following chart. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest Makita
factory or authorized service center for further information or corrective procedures.
When Engine Fails to Start:
When No Electricity Is Generated at Receptacle:
(See Fig. 󱌸)
Check if choke lever is in its proper position. Set the choke lever to “CLOSE” position.
Check if fuel valve is open.
If closed, open fuel valve.
Check fuel level.
If empty, refill fuel tank making sure not to
overfill.
Check if engine switch is in OFF. Turn engine switch to ON.
Check to make sure generator is not connected
to an appliance.
If connected, turn off the power switch on the
connected appliance and unplug.
Check spark plug for loose spark plug cap.
If loose, push spark plug cap back into place.
Check spark plug for contamination. Remove spark plug and clean electrode.
Check to make sure AC circuit breaker is in the
“ON” position.
After making sure that the total wattage of the
electrical appliance is within permissible limits
and there are no defects in the appliance, turn
the AC circuit breaker to the “ON” position.
If breakers continue to actuate, consult your
nearest servicing dealer.
Check AC receptacle and DC terminals for
loose connection.
Secure connection if necessary.
Check to see if engine starting was attempted
with appliances already connected to generator.
Turn off switch on the appliance, and disconnect
cable from receptacle. Reconnect after
generator has been started properly.
Low power. Carbon brushes are excessively worn
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