- Honda Generator Owner's Manual
8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
To prevent fuel spillage when transporting or during temporary storage, the
generator should be secured upright in its normal operating position, with
the engine switch OFF and the fuel cap lever turned fully counterclockwise
to the “OFF” position.
M Spilled
fuel or
fuel vapor
may Ignite.
Before storing the unit
for
an extended period:
1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Drain the fuel-
- Gasoline is extremely flammable and IS explosive under certain
conditions.
Do not
smoke or allow
flames or sparks in the area.
a.
With the engine switch ON, remove the fuel tank cap.
b. Drain the fuel into a suitable container by pouring the fuel mixture
from the tank.
c. Loosen the drain screw and drain the fuel from the carburetor into a
suitable container. Retighten the screw.
d. Move the engine switch to OFF.
e. Reinstall the fuel cap and turn the fuel cap lever fully to “OFF.”
3. Remove the spark plug and pour about
a
teaspoonful of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug.
4. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt; the piston is coming up on its
compression stroke. At this position the piston is above the intake and
exhaust ports. This will help protect the engine from corrosion.
6. Cover the generator to keep out dust.
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