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GPi 1700 Maintenance

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3.7 Storing the Generator

When

Follow the procedures described below if you intend to take your generator out of

service and store it for at least six months.

Tasks

The following tasks must be performed in order to prepare the generator for

storage:

1. Drain fuel from the fuel tank.

2. Drain fuel from the carburetor.

3. Change the engine oil.

4. Check for loose or missing fasteners; tighten or replace as needed.

5. Clean generator body.

6. Store the generator.

Prerequisites

 Engine is stopped

 Machine is on a level surface

 Fresh engine oil (see engine operator’s manual)

 Clean, dry shop cloths

 Plastic cloth and containers of sufficient volume to collect drained fuel and oil

Note: Collect, store and dispose of drained fuel and oil in accordance with current

environmental protection regulations.

Draining the

fuel tank

Follow the procedure below to drain the fuel tank.

1. Open the fuel tank cap cover (g). Unscrew and remove the fuel tank cap (g1)

and fuel strainer (g2).

2. Insert a hand pump into the fuel filling port (g3) and pump out as much fuel as

possible.

WARNING

Fire/burn hazards. Gasoline is flammable and can ignite or explode.

f Keep all open flames, sparks, and cigarettes away from the machine while

draining the fuel tank and carburetor.

f Do not drain fuel while the engine is running or hot.

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Wacker Neuson GPi 1700 Operator's Manual Page 39