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3-2 Storing for long periods of time
If your generator needs to be stored for long periods of time, the following preparations should be made.
(1) Start the diesel engine for 3 minutes then stop it.
(2) When the engine is still hot, change the engine oil with new engine oil of the proper grade.
(3) For manual starting generator, press the decompression handle down and pull the recoil handle 2 or
3 times. This pushes the intake out. (Do not start the engine)
(4) For electric started generator, press the decompression handle down and crank the engine for 2-3
seconds. To do this, put the starter switch in the “Start” position. (Do not start the diesel engine)
(5) Finally, pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance; this is when the piston is on the compression
stroke where the intake and exhaust valves are closed. Having the intake and exhaust valves
closed will prevent rust, as moisture cannot get inside the combustion chamber.
(6) Clean the engine and store it in a dry place.
