Operation
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Prepare engine for
1 to 2 month
storage
Add fuel stabilizer:
1.
Ensure gasoline tank is full.
2.
Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank.
3.
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to enter
the fuel system.
4.
Shut off engine.
5.
Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug.
6.
Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug hole.
7.
Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few
times to lubricate the combustion chamber.
8.
Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire.
Prepare engine for
2 months to 1 year
storage
Add fuel stabilizer and drain carburetor:
1.
Ensure gasoline tank is full.
2.
Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank.
3.
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to
enter the fuel system.
4.
Shut off engine.
5.
Remove the side cover and screws.
6.
Loosen the carburetor drain screw (See Maintenance & Repair section).
7.
Drain the gasoline from the carburetor into a suitable container.
8.
Tighten the carburetor drain screw.
9.
Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug.
10.
Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug hole.
11.
Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few
times to lubricate the combustion chamber.
12.
Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire.
Prepare engine for
1 year or more
storage
Drain fuel tank and drain carburetor:
1.
Remove the fuel tank cap, remove the filter.
2.
Remove the fuel in the fuel tank using one of these methods:
3.
Extract the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container
using a commercially available hand siphon. (NTE sells Item #
206500). Install the fuel filter and fuel tank cap.
4.
Drain the fuel from tank into a suitable container using the barb on the
bottom of the fuel tank.
5.
Start the generator and allow to run until it stops (approx. 20 minutes)
6.
Remove the side cover and screws.
7.
Drain the fuel from the carburetor by loosening the drain screw on the
carburetor.
8.
Tighten the drain screw.
9.
Install the side cover and tighten the screws.
10.
Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug.
11.
Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug hole.
12.
Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few
times to lubricate the combustion chamber.
13.
Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire.
