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Clean the fuel tank each year, or before storing the generator for extended periods of time.
To drain the fuel tank:
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
CAUTION:
Do not store fuel for more than 2 months. Fuel stored for longer than 2 months can go bad.
MAINTENANCE
1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF (horizontal) position.
2. Remove the four bolts holding the fuel tank onto the gen-
erator frame (Fig. 16 - 1).
3. Lift the fuel tank and rotate it so as to clear the tank from
the generator frame. The fuel valve should be visible. Place a
approved gasoline-storage container under the fuel valve to
catch fuel when the fuel line is disconnected.
4. Using a pair of pliers, slide the fuel line clamp off the fuel
valve so the line can be disconnected.
5. Collect any fuel left in the fuel line going to the carburetor.
6. Place the fuel tank over the fuel collecting container and
open the fuel valve. The fuel should drain from the tank.
7. Reconnect the fuel line and reattach the fuel tank with the
four bolts.
8. Start and run the engine until fuel runs out.
9. Store the emptied fuel in a suitable place.
1
1
Fig. 15
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Fig. 16
WARNING:
Never store generator with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources
of ignition such as hot water tanks, space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.
Do not dispose of used generator or parts with your household waste. This product contains electrical or
electronic components that should be recycled. Please take this product to your local recycling facility for
responsible disposal to minimize its environmental impact.
Do not dispose of used oil or fuel in the trash or down a drain. Please contact your local recycling center or
auto garage to arrange proper oil/fuel disposal.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
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