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OPERATING MANUAL
PERFORM REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the generator in safe working
condition.
PREPARE ENGINE FOR LONG TERM STORAGE
If you will not be able to operate the generator regularly, you must prepare the engine for long
term storage to prevent gum deposits from forming and causing malfunction of the engine.
Prepare generator for long term storage by removing all fuel from the tank and carburettor OR
adding fuel stabilizer to the petrol (following manufacturers instructions)
Fuel stabilizer steps:
1. Ensure 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 opening.
7. Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few times to lubricate
the combustion chamber. This will distribute the oil and protect the cylinder wall from
corrosion during storage.
8. Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
Follow the normal procedures for pre-operation checks and starting. Use only fresh fuel to re-
fill the tank, if necessary, rather than re-using the old fuel.
A battery may lose some charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time. If battery is
unable to crank the engine, plug in the 12V charger supplied. See Charging a Battery section for
more details.
If oil was inserted into the cylinder prior to storage, the exhaust may smoke for a short while
after starting the generator; this is normal and will cease within a minute or so of running time.
TRANSPORTING
If the generator has been used, allow it cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the
generator on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can
ignite some material.
Take care not to drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on
the generator. When transporting the generator, turn the engine switch and the fuel
valve lever OFF, and keep the generator level to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
