Baldor Premier 'R' Series Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 13)

STORAGE

If you will not be using the generator set for a significant amount of time (3 months or longer) you

should store the generator to prevent any problems that could arise from sitting idle. Please fully

read the following guidelines prior to storing the unit.

1. Remove all fuel from the engine's fuel tank. If your engine is a gasoline engine start the

generator set and allow it to run out of fuel and then close all the fuel valves. If it is not a

gasoline engine, go to step 2.

As an alternative to draining the fuel from a gasoline engine, you can add a fuel stabilizer,

such as "STA-BIL" to minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage (Follow

the manufacturer's directions).

2. Disconnect and remove the battery if your generator set is so equipped.

3. Drain the used oil from the engine's crankcase and refill it with fresh, clean oil (if your

engine is diesel proceed to step 4).

4. If your engine has spark plugs, remove them and pour 1 oz. Of clean engine oil into the

cylinder. Put a rag over the spark plug port and turn the engine over approximately 5 times

to distribute the oil in the cylinder. Replace the spark plug but do not

reconnect it. This will

help prevent accidental or unauthorized starting.

5. Provide maintenance to the engine and generator set as described in the engine and

generator maintenance sections of this manual.

5. Cover any bare metal spots with paint or another type of rust preventative.

NEVER STORE AN ENGINE WITH FUEL IN ITS TANK INDOORS OR IN AN

ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA WHERE GASOLINE FUMES COULD

REACH AN IGNITION SOURCE AND CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.

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