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Storing Generator - Continued from page 27
1. Make sure the Engine Switch is switched to STOP
so the generator does not draw power from battery.
2. Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the
Generator.
3. Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as
possible.
4. With the fuel shut o valve open, start the engine
and allow the generator to run until all the remaining
gasoline in the fuel lines and carburetor is consumed
and the engine shuts o. If you used propane the
last time you ran the generator: start the unit up
with propane then shut o the propane tank valve
allowing the engine to use up all the remanding
propane in the carburetor before it shuts o.
5. Close the fuel shut o valve.
6. Change the oil (see Changing Engine Oil on page
25).
7. Remove the spark plug (see Spark Plug Maintenance
on page 26) and place about 1 tablespoon of oil in
the spark plug opening. While placing a clean rag
over the spark plug opening, slowly pull there coil
handle to allow the engine to turn over several times.
This will distribute the oil and protect the cylinder
wall from corroding during storage.
8. Replace the spark plug (see Spark Plug Maintenance
on page 26).
9. Move the generator to a clean, dry place for storage.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the generator, the owner or service technician must rst read the owner’s
manual and understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in conditions that
can lead to voiding of the EPA certication or product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine is running, but no
electrical output
1. Circuit breakers are tripped. 1. Reset the circuit breakers and check for
overload condition.
2. The power cord’s plug connector is not fully
engaged in the generator’s outlet.
2. Verify plug connector is rmly engaged in
the generator’s outlet.
3. Faulty or defective power cord 3. Replace power cord.
4. Faulty or defective electrical appliance 4. Try connecting a known good appliance
to verify the generator is producing electrical
power.
5. If trying 1-4 above does not solve the
problem, the cause might be the generator has
a fault.
6. Take the generator to your nearest
authorized service dealer.
Engine runs
erratic; does not hold a
steady RPM.
1. Dirty air lter 1. Clean the air lter (see pages 25-26).
2. Applied loads maybe cycling on and o 2. As applied loads cycle, changes in engine
speed may occur; this is a normal condition.
3. If trying 1-2 above does not solve
the problem, the cause might be a
fault in the generator
3. Take the generator to your nearest
authorized service dealer.
Generator suddenly
stops running.
1. Generator is out of fuel. 1. Check fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
2. The low oil shut down switch has stopped
the engine.
2. Check oil level and add oil if necessary (see
page 24).
3. Too much load 3. Restart the generator and reduce the load.
4. If trying 1-3 above does not solve the
problem,the cause might be a fault in the
generator.
4. Take the generator to your nearest
authorized service dealer.