Honeywell HW7000EH owner manual Storing Generator, Draining Fuel

Storing Generator

Draining Fuel

1.Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.

2.Place suitable container underneath drain hole to catch fuel.

3.Loosen bolt (underneath fuel sediment cup) using a 10 mm box wrench while holding the fitting above the fuel shut-off valve with a 22 mm open end wrench.

11.Loosen carburetor fuel bowl screw and use a rag to absorb fuel from the drain port.

FIGURE 40: Drain Fuel Bowl

FIGURE 37: Loosen Bolt to Drain Fuel

4.Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position.

FIGURE 38: Fuel Shut-off Valve — ON/OFF position

5.Allow fuel to drain into container.

6.To ensure all fuel is drained, carefully tip generator by pulling up on frame at side opposite of recoil starter handle.

FIGURE 39: Tip Generator to Completely Drain Fuel

7.Allow fuel to completely drain into container.

8.Reinstall bolt.

9.Run engine until it stops due to lack of fuel.

10.Turn fuel shut-off valve to the OFF position.

WARNING

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.

•Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure the area is dry before starting the engine.

•Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.

12.When ready to put generator back into operation, refill with fresh fuel (see page 22).

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