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1.1 Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame,
such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer.
1.2 Avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor.
1.3 Avoid any area where power tools are operated.
2. If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, as this promotes rust and corrosion.
3. Keep the generator level in storage. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.
4. Cover the generator once the engine and exhaust system is cool. Some materials can ignite or
melt if the engine and/or exhaust system is hot. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover.
4.1 Use a cover made from a breathable fabric to prevent rust and corrosion.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
1. Check the generator as described in the section Pre-Operation Checks.
2. If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline.
3. If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine will smoke briefly at
start up. This is normal.
TRANSPORTING THE GENERATOR
WARNING! Transport the generator with an empty fuel tank or with the fuel valve lever secured
in the OFF position.
1. Keep the generator level when transporting to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
2. Turn the fuel valve (I) to the OFF position.
3. Only attach straps to the generator's frame when transporting.
FUEL STORAGE
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Deteriorated gasoline makes it harder to start the
engine and leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If that gasoline in your engine
deteriorates during storage, you may need to service or replace the carburetor and other fuel
system components.
The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing
functional problems will vary with factors such as gasoline blend, storage temperatures and the
amount of fuel in the tank. The air in a partially filled fuel tank will promote fuel deterioration, as will
very warm storage temperatures. Fuel problems may occur in a few months, or sooner if the
gasoline was not fresh when the tank was filled.
Adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated for this purpose can extend fuel storage life.
Deterioration problems can also be avoided by draining the fuel tank and carburetor prior
to storage.
ADDING A GASOLINE STABILIZER
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the tank is only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration during storage.
2. Add gasoline stabilizer. Ensure that the instructions for that product are followed.
3. Run the generator outdoors for 10 minutes to ensure that treated gasoline has replaced the
untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
4. Stop the engine.
CLEANING
WARNING! Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean engine parts. Keep all
sources of ignition away from fuel related parts. Fumes are flammable and may catch fire,
causing a burn injury.
NOTICE! Do not clean the engine's exterior with a garden hose or pressure washer. Water can
enter the engine through the air filter or muffler opening and damage the cylinder.
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