All Power APG3201N - Manual (Page 20)

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OWNER’S MANUAL
3-1.5 Battery check
Make sure the battery acid is full. The engine uses a 12V battery. Due to
numerous starting cycles, the battery acid may be used up. Also, before
filling, verify that the battery is not damaged in any way. Add distilled water
to the battery when filling. Perform checks on the battery once a month.
3-2 Storing for long periods of time
If your generator needs to be stored for long periods of time, the following
preparations should be made.
1. Start the diesel engine for 3 minutes then stop it.
2. When the engine is still warm, change the engine oil with new engine oil of the
proper grade.
3. Pull the rubber plug out of the cylinder head cover and put 2CC of lubricating
oil in it, then cover the plughole up again.
4. For manual starting generator welders, press the decompression handle down
and pull the recoil handle 2 or 3 times. This pushes the intake out. (Do not
start the engine)
5. For electric started generator welders, press the decompression handle down
and crank the engine for 2-3 seconds. To do this, put the starter switch in the
“Start” position. (Do not start the diesel engine)
6. Finally, pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance; this is when the piston is
on the compression stroke where the intake and exhaust valves are closed.
Having the intake and exhaust valves closed will prevent rust, as moisture
cannot get inside the combustion chamber.
7. Clean the engine and store it in a dry place.