Disposal - GMC GGEN2000 Manual Del Usario

Storing fuel
• Store petrol and 2-stroke mix ONLY in containers specifically designed for fuel storage
• Store fuel in a dark place with a constant, low temperature
WARNING: Petrol degrades during storage, altering its quality very quickly. Keep only the
minimum amount of fuel required for your immediate consumption. Old fuel will cause starting
difficulties, may clog fuel lines and damage the carburettors and engines.
WARNING: If storing fuel on domestic premises, refer to local regulations about permitted
quantities and required containers.
• Storing petrol and 2-stroke mix in sealed containers:
• Volatile fuels such as petrol and 2-stroke mix will store for up to one year in a sealed
container
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• After that period the fuel may still be fit for purpose, but problems such as hard starting
and spark plug fouling may occur due to lack of light components
• Once the seal is broken, lighter components evaporate and the storage life is best
assumed to be 6 months at ambient temperatures of 20°C, and 3 months or less at
ambient temperatures of 30°C or more
• Storing petrol and 2-stroke mix inside equipment:
• Petrol and 2-stroke mix in a fuel tank is exposed to the air and lighter components will
readily evaporate. As a result, the fuel becomes heavier and will cause hard starting,
spark plug fouling, rough running and misfiring. Not all of the fuel in this heavier air/fuel
mix can be completely burnt, leaving deposits in the combustion chamber
• Petrol and 2-stroke mix which has been in the equipment tank for more than 2 weeks
should be used with caution, and should be freshened with an equal volume of new fuel
to restore volatile components and reduce fouling issues
• Keeping equipment fuel tanks one-third full stops moisture from getting into the fuel tank
and leaves room to add fuel to freshen the mix. However, safety concerns need to be
addressed when storing equipment tanks partially full while not in use
• Petrol that has been kept in the equipment tank for several months should be discarded
and not be used
WARNING: NEVER dispose of old or polluted fuel with household waste, or pour into the
ground, sewers or rainwater drains. Fuel is a major pollutant and must be recycled according
to local laws and regulations. Place fuel in a sealed, hydrocarbon-proof container, and take it
to your local recycling centre.
Note: Engine damage caused by old or polluted fuel is NOT covered by warranty.

Disposal

Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that are no longer
functional and are not viable for repair.
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE), with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct way to dispose
of power tools
• Tools powered by petrol-based internal combustion engines must not be disposed of with
household waste. Such tools should be taken to your local recycling centre and disposed
of according to current environmental protection requirements in your country
• Petrol, oil and petrol-oil-mixtures are hazardous waste and have to be treated as such.
Oil and fuel must not be disposed of with household waste. Improper disposal may be
regarded a criminal offence in your country. Contact your local authority or dealer for
correct disposal procedures for oil and old fuels
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