100396 - 3400W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR
STORAGE
29
FIRST 5 HOURS (BREAK IN)
Change oil
EVERY 50 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
Clean air filter
Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot
environments
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
Change oil
Clean/adjust spark plug
Clean spark arrestor
Clean fuel valve filter*
EVERY 250 HOURS
Clean combustion chamber*
Check/adjust valve clearance*
EVERY 3 YEARS
Replace fuel line*
Replace LPG hose
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified service
centers.
STORAGE
DANGER
Gasoline, gasoline vapors and liquid petroleum gas (LPG/
propane) are highly flammable and extremely explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Only fill
or drain fuel outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Do not pump
gasoline directly into the generator. Use an approved container
to transfer the fuel to the generator. Never use a fuel container,
hose, cylinder or any other fuel related item that is damaged or
appears damaged. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always keep
fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and
other sources of ignition. Do not light or smoke cigarettes.
Short Term Storage (up to 1 year)
Gasoline in the fuel tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1 year
with the addition of properly formulated fuel stabilizers and if
stored in a cool, dry place. Gasoline in the carburetor, however,
WILL gum up and clog the carburetor if it isn’t used or drained
within 2 weeks.
1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the generator.
2. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank (2-3
times manufacturer’s recommended amount).
3. Run the generator for 10 minutes so the treated fuel cycles
through the fuel system and carburetor.
4. With the generator running, turn the fuel valve to the “OFF”
position and let the generator run until fuel starvation has
stopped the engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
5. Turn engine switch to the “OFF” position.
6. Allow generator to cool completely before continuing.
7. Optional: to ensure fuel is completely drained from the
carburetor, use the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any
excess gasoline into an appropriate container.
8. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug and pour about a
tablespoon of oil into the cylinder.
9. Pull the recoil slowly to crank the engine to distribute the oil
and lubricate the cylinder.
10. Reattach the spark plug and spark plug cap.
11. If the generator includes a battery, disconnect and charge
according to
Generator Battery
.
12. Clean the generator according to
Generator Maintenance
.
13. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
