Power Stroke PS901200 Manual Del Operador página 18

SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 11.
NOTICE:
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has
been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however,
product users must comply with Federal, State, and local
fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate au-
thorities. Contact customer service or a qualified service
center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.
Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace if
necessary.
 Remove the clamp securing the spark arrestor in place.
Then, remove the spark arrestor.
 Use a brush (not provided) to remove carbon deposits
from the spark arrestor screen as needed.
 Replace the spark arrestor and reinstall the clamp. Tighten
to secure.
DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 12 - 13.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
 Turn off the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Remove the fuel line from the petcock by squeezing the
ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.
MAINTENANCE
 Install one end of a drain line over the petcock, and place
the other end in a fuel container large enough to catch
the fuel being drained from the tank.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel
valve and reinstall fuel line securely on petcock.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
 Turn off the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF 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.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING
 Turn off the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before transporting
the machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are
cool.
 Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
 If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank, close the
fuel valve and securely restrain the generator.
 Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the gen-
erator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant.
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