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4. Gasoline Models with Carburetor − Drain the
carburetor float bowl (Figure 9) into a container
and dispose of the fuel in accordance with local
environmental regulations. Draining the float
bowl prevents deposits of gum from clogging
the tiny passages in the carburetor as the gaso-
line in the bowl evaporates during storage.
5. High Pressure LPG Models − Open the LPG
oil drain valve (Figure 10) to drain the oil-like
substance visible in the clear plastic drain hose.
Oil-like sludge can migrate from the LPG sup-
ply system during operation, and if allowed to
accumulate, can cause hard starting and rough
running. The sludge drains out through the en-
gine oil drain hose (Page 18). Make sure to re-
close the valve to keep out dust and to keep the
engine running smoothly.
6. Disconnect the battery cables (negative [−]
cable first) from the starting battery and store
the battery according to the battery manufac-
turer’s recommendations. See MAINTAINING
THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CONNEC-
TIONS (Page 19).
7. Plug the exhaust tail pipe to keep out dirt, mois-
ture, bugs, etc.
8. Shut off the fuel supply valve (if so equipped).
9. LPG Models − Check the local ordinances if
the vehicle is to be garaged. Generally, ordi-
nances require that the LPG system be leak-
free, that the LPG container not be filled beyond
specified limits, that the container shutoff valve
be closed and that the vehicle not be parked
near sources of heat or ignition.
WARNING
LPG leaks can lead to explosive
accumulations in pits, sumps or other
below-grade locations. Comply with all lo-
cal ordinances regarding the garaging of
vehicles with LPG engine fuel systems.
10. Push the genset line circuit breaker OFF
(Page 10).
CARBURETOR
FLOAT BOWL
DRAIN VALVE
FIGURE 9. DRAINING CARBURETOR FLOAT BOWL
OPEN
CLOSE
LPG OIL
DRAIN
VALVE
FIGURE 10. DRAINING HIGH PRESSURE LPG OF
OIL