Winter Storage; Long Term Storage; Protect Fuel System; Change Oil - Generac 0060240 Manual Del Propietário

Maintenance
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Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause
severe burns or death.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers,
or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite fuel vapors.

WINTER STORAGE

You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render
your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To protect the unit from freezing temperatures:
1. Follow steps 1-3 in the previous section After Each Use.
2. Use pump saver to treat pump. This minimizes freeze damage
and lubricates pistons and seals.
3. If pump saver is not available, connect a 3-foot section
of garden hose to water inlet adapter. Pour RV-antifreeze
(antifreeze without alcohol) into hose. Pull recoil handle twice.
Disconnect 3-foot hose.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.

LONG TERM STORAGE

If you do not plan to use the power washer for more than 30 days,
you must prepare the engine and pump for long term storage.

PROTECT FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or on
essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use a fuel stabilizer,
available as a liquid additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel
stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine for 2
minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel system. The
engine and fuel can then be stored up to 24 months.
If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel stabilizer,
it must be drained into an approved container. Run the engine until
it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a fuel stabilizer in the storage
container is recommended to maintain freshness.
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CHANGE OIL

While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill
with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oil in Engine
Maintenance.

PROTECTING THE PUMP

To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral deposits
or freezing, use PumpSaver, Model 61350, to treat pump. This
prevents freeze damage and lubricates pistons and seals.
PumpSaver is available as an optional accessory. It is
not included with the power washer. Contact the nearest
authorized service center to purchase PumpSaver.
YOU MUST PROTECT YOUR UNIT FROM FREEZING
TEMPERATURES.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and render
your unit inoperable.
• Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
To use PumpSaver, make sure the power washer is turned off and
disconnected from supply water. Read and follow all instructions
and warnings given on the PumpSaver container.

OTHER STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it has
been treated as described in Protect Fuel System.
2. Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in
fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.
3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain
moisture.
Storage covers can be flammable.
• DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot power washer.
• Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the
cover on the equipment.
4. Store unit in a clean and dry area.
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