Storage

■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.

■Loosen the carburetor drain screw.

■Allow gasoline to drain completely into suitable container.

■Retighten drain screw.

■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

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.

STORAGE