Poulan PPG 6000 owner manual Storage

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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING SPARK ARRESTER

See Figure 17.

Remove the eight 5 mm screws from the muffler protector, then remove muffler protector.

Remove the 4 mm screw from the spark arrester and remove the spark arrester.

Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen.

Inspect the spark arrester for breaks or holes. Replace if necessary.

Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector.

DRAINING CARBURETOR

See Figure 18.

Loosen the carburetor drain screw.

Allow gasoline to drain completely into suitable container.

Retighten drain screw.

TRANSPORTING

Turn the engine switch and fuel valve OFF.

Make sure engine and exhaust system of unit is cool.

Keep the unit level to prevent fuel spillage.

Do not drop or strike the unit or place under heavy objects.

SPARK ARRESTER

Fig. 17

DRAIN SCREW

Fig. 18

STORAGE

STORAGE

When preparing the generator for storage, follow the guidelines below.

STORAGE TIME

PRIOR TO STORING

Less than 1 month

No special preparation is required.

 

 

1 to 2 months

Fill with fresh gasoline and add a gasoline conditioner*.

 

 

2 months to 1 year

Fill with fresh gasoline and add a gasoline conditioner*.

 

Drain fuel from carburetor.

 

Clean fuel sediment cup.

 

 

1 year or more

Drain fuel tank.

 

Drain fuel from the carburetor.

 

Clean fuel sediment cup.

 

Remove spark plug.

 

Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with

 

the pull rope to distribute the oil.

 

Reinstall spark plug.

 

Change engine oil.

 

After removal from storage:

 

Fill with fresh gasoline.

*Use gasoline conditioners formulated to extend storage life. For recommendations, contact your nearest authorized service center.

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Contents Model PPG Introduction Table of ContentsGenerator produces powerful voltage Safety RulesUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceHOT Specifications FeaturesReceptacles Engine SwitchKnow Your Generator Grounding TerminalUnassembled Parts AssemblyInstructions Installing Handle AssemblyPacking List Installing Foot Assembly Installing Wheel AssemblyGrounding the Generator OperationCHECKING/ADDING Fuel ApplicationsBefore Operating the Unit CHECKING/ADDING OILStopping the Engine Starting the EngineElectrical Power ManagementCapacity Changing Engine OIL MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance CLEANING/REPLACING AIR FiltersSpark Plug Maintenance Cleaning Fuel Sediment CUPMaintenance Schedule Storage Problem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingPage KEY Part Description Portable Electric GENERATOR- -MODEL NO. PPG6000 DecalsKEY Part Description KEY Part Description KEY Part Description KEY Part Description EPA Emissions Control Warranty Statement Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts List WarrantyLimited Warranty Service Notes Service Notes HOW to Order Repair Parts Service Model NO. and Serial no