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SERVICE AND STORAGE
Infrequent Service
If the unit is used infrequently, difficult starting
may result. To eliminate hard starting, follow
these instructions:
1. Run the generator at least 30 minutes every
month.
2. Run the generator, then close the fuel shut-off
valve and allow the unit to run until the engine
stops.
3. Move the fuel selector to the "OFF" position.
Long Term Storage
When the generator set is not being operated
or is being stored more than one month, follow
these instructions:
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.
NOTE
: We recommend always using a fuel
stabilizer. A fuel stabilizer will minimize the
formulation of fuel gum deposits during
storage. The fuel stabilizer can be added to
the gasoline in the fuel tank, or into the
gasoline in a storage container.
WARNING
Generator exhaust contains odorless and
colorless carbon monoxide gas.
To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of
your generator during periods of storage, the
following precautions should be followed:
When storing the generator for short or extended
periods of time make sure that the fuel selector
switch is in the “OFF” position and the battery
leads have been disconnected from the battery.
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The battery powers up the starter motor and the control
module in this generator
. This product is equipped with
an automatic battery charging circuit. The battery will
receive charging voltage when the engine is running.
The battery will maintain a proper charge if the unit is
used on a regular basis (about once every two weeks).
If it is used less frequently, the battery should be connected
to a trickle charger (not included) or battery maintainer (not
included) to keep the battery properly charged. If the
battery is not able to start the engine, it can be started
manually only on “
GAS
” position by pulling the engine
recoil cord. If the battery voltage is extremely low, the
charging circuit may not be able to re-charge the battery.
In this case, the battery must be connected to a standard
automotive style battery charger for re-charging before
it can be used.
Battery Charging & Maintenance
5.
REMOVE SPARK PLUG AND POUR ABOUT ONE
TEASPOON OF ENGINE OIL THROUGH THE SPARK
PLUG HOLE, PULL THE RECOIL STARTER SEVERAL
TIMES AND REPLACE THE PLUG. THEN PULL
REATTACH THE
SPARK PLUG.
THE
STARTER UNTIL YOU FEEL THE PISTON IS ON ITS
COMPRESSION STROKE AND LEAVE IT IN THAT
POSITION. THIS CLOSES BOTH THE INTAKE AND
EXHAUST VALVES TO PREVENT THE INSIDE OF
THE CYLINDER FROM RUSTING.
7. COVER THE UNIT AND STORE IN A CLEAN,
DRY PLACE THAT IS WELL VENTILATED AWAY
FROM OPEN FLAME OR SPARKS.
1. ADD A PROPERLY FORMULATED FUEL
STABILIZER TO THE TANK.
2. OPERATE THE ENGINE FOR 5-10MINITES TO
CIRCULATE TREATED FUEL INTO THE FUEL
LINES AND CARBURETOR BEFORE SHUTDOWN.
3. ALLOW UNIT TO COOL ENTIRELY BEFORE
CLEANING AND STORAGE.
4. CHANGE OIL WITH RECOMMENDED GRADE
OIL.
6. MAKE SURE THE FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH IS
ON “OFF” POSITION.