Westinghouse iGen2550 Manual Del Usuario página 22

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DRAINING THE
CARBURETOR FLOAT BOWL
See Figures 18 - 20.
WARNING
a container approved for gasoline. Unapproved
containers can break or deteriorate allowing
gasoline or gasoline vapors to escape which can
create a serious hazard.
Even properly stabilized fuel can leave residue and
cause corrosion if left long term. If storing the generator
for two to six months, drain the float bowl to prevent
gum and varnish buildup in the carburetor. If storing
the generator for longer than six months, drain the
fuel tank to prevent fuel separation, deterioration, and
deposits in the fuel system.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for
30 minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-
ventilated area.
To drain the float bowl:
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the GASOLINE
OFF position.
l Remove the engine service cover.
l Locate the drain hose extending from the bottom of the
carburetor float bowl.
l Place the bottom end of the hose outside the generator
into an approved gasoline container to catch the drained
fuel.
l Loosen the float bowl drain screw and allow the fuel to
drain. Tighten the float bowl drain screw.
l Route the drain hose between the air cleaner housing
and the engine service cover. Install the engine service
cover.
To run the float bowl dry:
l Start the generator as described earlier.
l After the engine starts, turn the engine/fuel control
switch to the GASOLINE OFF
l Allow the generator to run until the fuel in the carburetor
is depleted and the engine stops.
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the OFF
To drain the fuel tank:
NOTICE
drain the engine oil before emptying the fuel tank.
See Changing the engine oil for details.
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the OFF
l Clean area around fuel cap and remove the cap slowly.
l Remove the fuel screen filter by slightly compressing it
while removing it from the tank.
l Using a commercially available gasoline hand pump
(not included), siphon the gasoline from the fuel tank
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FUEL TANK
ALWAYS store gasoline in
position.
To prevent damage to the unit,
AND
into an approved gasoline container. DO NOT use an
electric pump.
NOTE: The fuel tank can also be drained using the
carburetor drain screw and drain hose as described
earlier. Keep the engine/fuel control switch in the OFF
position to allow fuel to flow from the tank through the
carburetor.
FIG. 18
A
A - Drain Screw
B - Drain Hose
FIG. 19
A - Gasoline OFF
FIG. 20
position
position
A
B