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STORAGE TIME
Storage
RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TO
PREVENT HARD STARTING
Less than 1 month
1 to 2 months
2 months to 1 year
1 year or more
Before storing the unit for an extended period:
1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Service according to the table below:
Use gasoline stabilizerthat are formulated to extend storage life.
Contact your authorized Honda generator dealer for stabilizer
recommendations.
No preparation required
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
stabilizer *.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
stabilizer *.
Drain the carburetorfloat bowl. (page 59 ).
Drain the fuel sediment cup.(page 4 8 ).
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline
stabilizer *.
Drain the carburetorfloat bowl. (page 59 ).
Drain the fuel sediment cup.(page 4 8 ).
Remove the spark plugs. Pour a tablespoon
(5 10 cc) of clean engine oil into each
cylinder. Using the electric starter, crank the
engine a few revolutions to distribute the oil
in the cylinders. Reinstall the spark plugs.
Change the engine oil. (page 41 ).
After removal from storage, drain the stored
gasoline into a suitable container, and fill
with fresh gasoline before starting.
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