•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
•Replace any gasoline can that starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems with the carburetor and fuel system.
•If possible, store the unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. Cover the unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.
•BE SURE TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK. If it is not practical to empty the fuel tank and the unit is to be stored for some time, use a commercially available fuel stabilizer added to the gasoline to increase the life of the gasoline.
nNEVER cover the generator while engine and exhaust area are warm.
4.1 BATTERY REPLACEMENT (XG7000E & XG8000E)NOTE:
The battery shipped with the generator has been fully charged.
A battery may lose some of its charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time. If the battery is unable to crank the engine, plug in the 12V charger included in the accessory box (see the Charging a Battery section). RUNNING THE GENERATOR DOES NOT CHARGE THE BATTERY.
The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully charged. To replace the battery (See Figure 16):
•Remove the side panel as shown. Remove the four bolts securing the fuel tank.
•Turn the fuel valve on the control panel to the "OFF" position. Pull the fuel tank back slightly and remove the fuel hose that runs from the engine to the fuel valve.
nDrain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from open flame. Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke in the vicinity or light a cigarette.
•Push the fuel valve from the control panel and remove the fuel tank.
•Remove the battery wire connections (black wire first) and the battery
•Replace the battery, connecting the RED wire to the POSITIVE
(+)terminal and the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE
NOTE:
Start all four screws on the side panel before tightening or it
may not be possible to get all the screws in place.
Figure 16 – Battery Removal
FUEL TANK
ASSEMBLY
ENGINE
STARTING
BATTERYBATTERY
BRACKET
SIDE
PANEL
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