Specifications

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STORING THE GENSET
Proper storage is essential for preserving top gen-
set performance and reliability when the genset
cannot be exercised regularly and will be idle for
more than 120 days.
Storing the Genset
1. Push the genset line circuit breaker OFF
(Page 10).
2. Change the engine oil and attach a tag indicat-
ing oil viscosity. See ENGINE OIL REC-
OMMENDATIONS (Page 6).
3. Disconnect the battery cables (negative []
cable first) from the starting battery and store
the battery according to the battery manufac-
turer’s recommendations. See MAINTAINING
THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CONNEC-
TIONS (Page 17).
4. Plug the exhaust tail pipe to keep out dirt, mois-
ture, bugs, etc.
5. Close the fuel supply valve (if so equipped).
Returning the Genset to Service
1. Check the oil tag on the genset and change the
oil if the viscosity indicated is not appropriate for
the temperatures expected. See ENGINE OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS (Page 6).
2. Reconnect the starting battery (negative []
cable last). See MAINTAINING THE BATTERY
AND BATTERY CONNECTIONS (Page 17).
3. Remove the plug from the exhaust tailpipe.
4. Change the air filter element if it is dirty
(Page 17).
5. Open the fuel supply valve (if so equipped).
6. Inspect the genset. See CONDUCTING GEN-
ERAL INSPECTIONS (Page 14).
7. Push the genset line circuit breaker ON
(Page 10) when the genset is ready to power
appliances.