10. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for | ENGLISH | |
periods of 6 months or longer. | ||
■ Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by | ||
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disconnecting the fuel line. |
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Gasoline left in the fuel tank will |
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eventually deteriorate making engine- |
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starting difficult. |
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Drain screw |
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■ Remove the carburetor float chamber |
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and also drain the carburetor. |
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■ Change engine oil. |
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■ Check for loose bolts and screws, |
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tighten them if necessary. |
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■Clean generator thoroughly with oiled cloth. Spray with preservative if available. NEVER USE WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR !
■Pull starter handle until resistance is felt, leaving handle in that position.
■Store generator in a well ventilated, low humidity area.
