Multiquip pOrtable generatOr (HOnda gX340 gasOline engine) gaC6HZ - Manual (Page 24)

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generator storage
For storage of the generating set for over 30 days, the
following is required:
„ Drain the fuel tank completely, or add STA-BIL to the
fuel.
„ Run the engine until the gasoline in the carburetor is
completely consumed.
„ Completely drain the oil from the crankcase and refill
with fresh oil.
„ Remove the spark plug, pour 2 or 3 cc of SAE 30 oil into
the cylinder and crank slowly to distribute the oil.
„ Slowly rotate the engine a few times with the starter rope
and install a new plug.
„ Pull out the starter rope slowly and stop at the
compression point.
„ Clean all external parts of the generating set with a
cloth.
„ Cover the generating set and store in a clean, dry
place.
preparatiOn fOr lOng terM stOrage