Porter-Cable N030679 - Manual (Page 28)

28- ENG
CLEANING DEBRIS SCREEN
(FIG. 1, 14)
WARNING Risk of explosion or
fire. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable.
Refuel outdoors only in well-ventilated
areas. Do not refuel or check gasoline
level while the engine is running. Do
not store, spill or use gasoline near an
open flame, a source of sparks (such
as welding), or near operating electrical
equipment.
1. Remove fuel
QQ
14
D
cap (D).
2. Remove debris
screen (QQ).
3. Clean debris
screen. Use
compressed
air to blow off
debris.
WARNING: When using compressed
air, user always must wear eye protection
that conforms to ANSI Z87.1. (CAN/
CSA Z94.3).
4. Replace debris screen and fuel
cap.
TRANSpORTING
WARNING: Units are heavy.
Observe safe lifting procedures when
transporting.
Before transporting generator, make
sure to:
1. Place engine On/Off switch in the
OFF position.
2. Place the fuel valve lever on gas
tank in the CLOSED position.
3. Keep generator level at all times to
prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or
spilled fuel may ignite.
WARNING: Contact with a hot
engine or exhaust system can cause
serious burns or fire. Let the engine
and muffler cool before transporting the
generator.
STORAGE
Generator
WARNING: Never store generator
with fuel in the tank indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas,
where fumes can reach an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a furnace,
water heater, clothes dryer or other gas
appliances.
1. Clean the generator as outlined
under Maintenance.
2. Check that cooling air slots and
openings on generator are open
and unobstructed.
Engine
WARNING: If the engine has been
running, the muffler will be very hot. To
reduce the risk of injury, allow engine to
cool before proceeding.
If storing the unit for more than thirty
days drain all fuel out of fuel lines, tank
and carburetor bowl. Drain oil and refill
with fresh, clean oil. ImpORTANT: Fuel
will oxidize and deteriorate in storage.
If fuel is allowed to deteriorate during
storage the carburetor and fuel related
parts will need to be serviced. NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer can be used to lengthen
the fuel life, follow the fuel stabilizer’s
recommended instructions.