John Deere HR-G1100 Portable Generator User Manual


 
Service
36 Operator’s Manual
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
The following procedures should be followed prior to
storage of your generator for periods of 6 months or
longer.
1. Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by disconnecting the
fuel line. Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually
deteriorate making engine-starting difficult.
2. When draining fuel from the fuel tank, it is best use a
hand pump and set it into the refilling port. Do not tip
unit over to empty fuel.
3. Remove the drain screw of the carburetor. (Fig. 19)
4. Change engine oil.
5. Check for loose bolts and screws, tighten them if
necessary.
6. Clean generator thoroughly with clean cloth.
NEVER
USE WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR!
7. Pull recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, leaving
handle in that position.
8. Store generator in a well ventilated, low humidity
area.
Storage
Drain Screw
(Fig. 19)