100423 - WIRELESS REMOTE START GENERATOR
STORAGE
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12. Clean the generator according to
Cleaning the Generator
.
13. Store the generator in a cool, dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Long Term Storage (over 1 year)
For storage over 1 year, the fuel tank and carburetor must be
completely drained of gasoline.
1. Follow steps 1-5 according to
Short Term Storage
.
2. Use the drain bolt on the carburetor to empty any excess
gasoline from the gasoline tank and carburetor into an
appropriate container. Use a funnel (and appropriate hose if
necessary) under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage.
3. When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor, replace
and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to
properly dispose of the drained gasoline according to local
regulations or guidelines.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" position
or, for Dual Fuel
models ONLY,
set the fuel selector switch for operation on
propane (LPG) and be sure any propane (LPG) fuel source
is turned off and disconnected from the generator.
5. Follow steps 8-13 according to
Short Term Storage
.
Removing from Storage
If the generator has been improperly stored for a long period
of time with gasoline in the fuel tank and/or carburetor, all
fuel must be drained and the carburetor must be thoroughly
cleaned. This process involves technically advanced tasks.
For assistance please call our Technical Support line at
1-877-338-0999. If the fuel tank and carburetor were properly
emptied of all fuel prior to the generator being stored, follow the
below steps when removing from storage.
1. Add gasoline to the generator according to
Add Fuel:
Gasoline
.
2. Be sure the engine switch is in the "OFF" position.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the "ON" position
or, for Dual Fuel
models ONLY,
set the fuel selector switch for operation on
gasoline.
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 fuel valve to the "OFF"
position
or, for Dual Fuel models ONLY,
set the fuel selector
switch for operation on propane (LPG).
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. If the generator includes a battery, connect according to
Connect the Battery
.
8. Start the generator according to
Starting the Engine
.
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NOTICE
Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol blend fuels.
When using blended fuels there are some issues worth
noting:
–
Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water than
gasoline alone.
–
These blends can eventually separate, leaving water or a
watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and carburetor.
–
With gravity-fed fuel supplies, this compromised fuel
can be drawn into the carburetor and cause damage to
the engine and/or potential hazards.
–
There are only a few suppliers of fuel stabilizer that are
formulated to work with ethanol blend fuels.
–
Any damages or hazards caused by using improper fuel,
improperly stored fuel, and/or improperly formulated
stabilizers, are not covered by manufacture’s warranty.
!
DANGER
Generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon
monoxide gas.
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 engine switch
and fuel valve are set to the "OFF" position.
–
If your generator includes a battery, disconnect
according to
Generator Battery
.
