
Operation (cont’d)
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Prepare engine for
long term storage if
needed
If you will not be able to exercise the generator regularly, you must
prepare the engine for long term storage
to prevent gum deposits from
forming and causing malfunction of the engine.
Prepare engine for long term
storage by:
o
Removing all fuel
from the tank and carburetor
OR
o
Adding diesel fuel stabilizer
to the fuel (following manufacturer’s
instructions)
Fuel stabilizer steps:
1. Ensure fuel tank is full.
2. Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank.
3. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to
allow it to enter the fuel system.
4. Shut off engine
5. Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug