201003 - 5500W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR
STORAGE
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6. When gasoline stops flowing from the clear tube, rotate drain
screw clockwise until tight. Properly dispose of the drained
gasoline according to local regulations or guidelines.
7. Turn the EZ Start dial to the “STOP” position.
8. Follow steps 9-15 according to
Mid Term Storage
.
Removing from Storage
NOTICE
If the generator has been improperly stored for a period
longer than 30 days with ethanol blended gasoline in the
gasoline tank and/or carburetor, all fuel must be drained
and the carburetor must be thoroughly cleaned of ethanol
build up. This process involves technically advanced tasks.
For assistance please call our Technical Support Team at
1-877-338-0999.
If the gasoline tank and carburetor were properly emptied of all
ethanol blended gasoline prior to the generator being stored,
follow the below steps when removing from storage.
1. Be sure the EZ Start dial is in the “STOP” position.
2. Add gasoline to the generator according to
Add Fuel.
3. Move the EZ Start dial to the “RUN” position.
4. After 5 minutes check the carburetor and air filter areas for
any leaking gasoline. If any leaks are found, the carburetor
will need to be disassembled and cleaned or replaced. If no
gasoline leaks are found, turn the EZ Start dial to the “STOP”
position.
DANGER
To avoid accidental or unintended ignition of your generator
during periods of storage, the following precautions should be
followed:
–
When storing the generator make sure the EZ Start dial is
set to the “OFF” position.
WARNING
If there is a strong smell of LPG: Close valve on the cylinder.
Check all connections for leaks by wetting the fittings with a
solution of soap and water. Bubbles which appear or bubbles
which grow indicate that a leak exists. Do not smoke or light a
cigarette, or check for leaks using a match, open flame source
or lighter. Contact a qualified technician to inspect and repair
an LPG system if a leak is found, before using the generator.
5. Check engine oil level and add clean, fresh oil if needed. See
Oil Specifications
for proper oil type.
6. Check and clear air filter of any obstructions such as bugs or
cobwebs. If necessary, clean air filter according to
Cleaning
the Air Filter
.
7. Start the generator according to
Starting the Engine
.
