Power Stroke PSi2000 Serie Manual Del Operador página 20

DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 17 - 18.
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.
 Turn off the generator.
 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.
STORAGE
When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool completely then follow the guidelines below.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 2 months  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
2 months to 1 year  Drain fuel from carburetor.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
1 year or more  Drain fuel from the carburetor.
 Remove spark plug.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
 Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the pull rope
 Reinstall spark plug.
 Change engine lubricant.
After removal from storage:
 Fill with fresh gasoline.
NOTE: If storing gasoline in suitable container for later use, make sure gasoline has been treated with fuel stabilizer
according to stabilizer manufacturer's instructions.
MAINTENANCE
to distribute the oil.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
 Turn off the generator.
 Loosen the screw at the top of the engine cover. Remove
cover and set aside.
 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.
 Put the on/off switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING
 Turn off the generator.
 Close the vent on the fuel cap.
 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.
PRIOR TO STORING
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