Owners Manual

200991 - 4500W DUAL FUEL INVERTER GENERATOR
STORAGE
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EVERY 50 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
 Clean air filter
 Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot
environments
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
 Change oil
 Clean/adjust spark plug
 Clean spark arrestor
 Clean fuel valve filter*
EVERY 250 HOURS
 Clean combustion chamber*
 Check/adjust valve clearance*
EVERY 3 YEARS
 Replace fuel line*
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified service
centers.
STORAGE
 WARNING
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 EZ Start dial is
set to the “OFF” position.
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NOTICE
The following storage instructions apply when gasoline has
been used to run the generator. NOTE: LPG does not apply and
will not create build up or clog the carburetor.
Short to Mid Term Storage (up to 1 year)
Gasoline in the gasoline tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1
year with the addition of properly formulated fuel stabilizers and
if stored in a cool, dry place. Gasoline in the carburetor, however,
may gum up and clog the carburetor if it isn’t used or drained
within 2-4 weeks.
If using the generator within 2 weeks, follow the steps according
to Stopping the Engine section.
1. If not using the generator for more than 2 weeks, begin
by making sure all appliances are disconnected from the
generator.
2. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the gasoline tank.
3. Start engine by following directions in the Starting the Engine
section.
4. Run the generator for 10 minutes so the treated gasoline
cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.
5. Turn the EZ Start dial to the “STOP” position.
6. After the engine has stopped, allow the engine to cool.
7. Remove the non recoil side maintenance cover by removing
the two screws with a phillips head screw driver (included).
8. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of oil into
the cylinder.
9. SLOWLY pull the recoil to rotate the engine to distribute and
lubricate the cylinder.
10. Re-install the spark plug and spark plug wire.
11. Re-install the maintenance cover.
12. Clean the generator according to Cleaning the Generator.
13. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.