DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 14 - 15.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK:
NOTICE:
Remove all lubricant from the unit before draining the fuel
tank. Failure to do so could cause damage to the unit.
Remove the fuel cap.
Tilt the generator and allow fuel to drain from the fuel tank
into an approved container.
When the fuel has drained from the tank, replace the fuel
cap.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
NOTE: If a separate engine manual is provided for this generator, please follow the maintenance schedule provided in the engine
manual instead of the maintenance information listed below.
Check Engine Lubricant
Change Engine Lubricant
Check Air Filter
Clean Air Filter
Change Air Filter
2
Check/Adjust Spark Plug
Replace Spark Plug
2
Check/Adjust Idle Speed
Check/Adjust Valve
Clearance
1,2
Clean Fuel Tank and Filter
Check Fuel Hose
Fuel Filter
Check All Hose
Connections
Inspect Fuel Tank Vapor
Vent (If Equipped)
Inspect Carbon Canister
(CARB Models Only)
1. These items should only be carried out by an authorized service center.
2. See engine manual for maintenance schedule for this item.
NOTE: Maintenance should be performed more frequently when generator is used in dusty areas.
When generator has exceeded the maximum figures specified in the table, maintenance should still be cycled according
to the intervals of time or hours stated herein.
MAINTENANCE
After 1st month
Before
or 20 hours of
each use
operation
2
1,2
Inspect
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR:
Loosen the screws at the top of the engine cover. Remove
cover and set aside.
Place the engine/choke lever in the run position.
Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
Retighten drain screw securely.
Place the engine/choke lever in the off position.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING
Place the engine/choke lever in the off position.
Make sure engine and exhaust of unit is cool.
Keep unit level to prevent fuel spillage.
Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
Every 3 months
or 50 hours of
operation
16 — English
Every 6 months
Every year or
or 100 hours
after 300 hours
of operation
of operation
Replace