Porter-Cable PCG6500 - Manual (Page 25)

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Risk of unsafe
operation. 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
Risk of unsafe
operation. 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.
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
Risk of explosion or fire.
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
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.