200950 - 2500W PORTAbLE INvERTER GENERATOR
STORAGE
24
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*
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified service
centers.
STORAGE
DANGER
Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and extremely explosive.
DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes. 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 gasoline container, gasoline tank, or any
other fuel item that is broken, cut, torn or damaged.
DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank. Always keep fuel away from
sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other sources of
ignition.
Short Term Storage (up to 30 days)
Gasoline in the gasoline 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,
may gum up and clog the carburetor if it isn’t used or drained
within 2-4 weeks.
If using the generator within 2 weeks, follow the steps according
to
Stopping the Engine
section.
1. If not using the generator for 2-4 weeks, begin by making
sure all appliances are disconnected from the generator.
2. Start the generator as instructed in
Starting the Engine
section.
3. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the
engine.
4. After the engine stops, turn the dial counterclockwise to the
“STOP” position.
Mid Term Storage (30 days – 1 year)
Gasoline in the tank has a maximum shelf life of up to 1 year with
the addition of a properly formulated fuel stabilizer and stored in a
cool, dry place.
1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from the generator.
2. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the gasoline tank.
3. Start engine by following directions in the
Starting the Engine
section.
4. Run the generator for 10 minutes so the treated gasoline
cycles through the fuel system and carburetor.
5. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the
engine.
6. After the engine stops, turn the dial counterclockwise to the
“STOP” position.
7. After fuel has run out and the engine has stopped, allow the
engine to cool.
8. Remove maintenance cover.
9. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of oil into
the cylinder.
10. SLOWLY pull the recoil to rotate the engine to distribute and
lubricate the cylinder.
11. Re-install the spark plug and spark plug wire.
12. Re-install the maintenance cover.
13. Clean the generator according to
Cleaning the Generator
.
14. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Long Term Storage (more than 1 year)
For storage over 1 year, the gasoline tank and carburetor must be
completely drained of gasoline.
1. Be sure all appliances are disconnected from generator.
2. Place inverter on blocks to allow appropriate gasoline
container or pan to slide under inverter.
3. Remove the maintenance cover.
4. Turn the fuel dial clockwise to the full “RUN” position.
5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, rotate drain screw
counterclockwise (3) full turns. Gasoline will drain through
clear tubing out underneath the inverter. Make sure draining
gasoline empties into an appropriate container.
