Operator`s manual

GENERAL
The generator should be started at least once every seven
days and allowed to run at least30 minutes, if this cannot be
done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use
the following information as a guide to prepare it for storage.
LongTerm Storage Instructions
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essential fuel system parts, such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experienceindicates
that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasoho], ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture, which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic fuel can
damagethe fuel system of an engine while in storage.
WARNING
_Fuel and its are extremely flammable and
vapors
explosive.
_j_ ire or explosion can causesevere burns or
death.
WHEN STORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITHFUELINTANK
• Storeawayfrom furnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothesdryers
or otherappliancesthat havepilotlight or otherignitionsource
becausetheycanignitefuel vapors.
WHEN DRAININGFUEL
• TurngeneratorOFFandlet it coolat least2 minutesbefore
removingfuel cap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressurein
tank.
. Drainfueltankoutdoors.
. Keepfuel awayfromsparks,openflames,pilot lights,heat,and
otherignitionsources.
• DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.
Protect Fuel System
Fuel Preserver:
ChangeOil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade.
Oil CylinderBore
* Removespark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30ml) of
clean engine oil into the cylinder.
. Install spark plug and crank slowly to distribute oil.
WARNING
_ Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
_¢ electric shock.
• NEVERcrankenginewith sparkplugremoved.
Generator
1. Cleangenerator as outlined in Generator Cleaning.
2. Checkthat cooling air slots and openings on generator
are openand unobstructed.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it
has beentreated as described in Protect Fuel System.
2.
Replacefuel can if it starts to rust. Contaminatedfuel
will cause engine problems.
If possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
Coverunit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
WARNING
Storagecovers can be flammable.
Fillthe fuel tank with fresh fuel allowing at least 1.5"of tank
spacefor fuel expansion as shown on page8, when using a
fuel preserver cartridge with the fresh start fuel cap. If only
partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration
during storage. Engineand fuel can be stored upto 6 months
with fuel preserver.
• Check level of fuel preserver cartridge. Fuelpreserver is
dark in color.
• If cartridge is almost empty or empty, replace with a new
fuel preserver cartridge following the instructions in Fresh
StarY Fuel Cap.
If fuel preserver is not used, remove all fuel from tank and
run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
DONOTplace a storage cover over a hot generator.
Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
on the equipment.
Store generator in clean, dry area.
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