Honeywell HW7500EL Owners Manual - Page 32

Transporting Generator 4. Pull off enclosure panel. C A B FIGURE 39: Spark Arrestor Assembly 5. Using a screwdriver, loosen and remove screw holding spark arrestor clamp (A). 6. Slide off spark arrestor clamp. 7. Using a screwdriver, loosen and remove retaining screw on park arrestor screen cap (B); pull off cap. 8. Pull out spark arrestor screen (C). 9. Inspect spark arrestor screen. „ If screen is damaged or excessively worn, replace with new screen. „ If screen is in good condition, clean using wire brush and then reinstall. 10. Reinstall remaining spark arrestor components. „ Spark arrestor cap „ Retaining screw „ Clamp and screw „ Spark arrestor enclosure panel Transporting Generator Storing Generator Follow service procedures for preparing generator for storage. Inadequate or improper care of generator can result in damage to generator components and will void limited warranty. Before storing generator for extended period of time: • Be sure storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust. • Refer to Table 5 for recommended preparation proce- dures. Storage Time Recommended Preparation Less than 1 month No preparation required. 1 to 2 months Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner*. 2 months to 1 year or more See procedure below. TABLE 5. Recommended Service Procedures Based on Storage Time * Use gasoline conditioners formulated to extend storage life. Contact authorized generator dealer for conditioner recommendations. To prepare generator for long-term storage:. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires. Cool generator completely before transporting or storing. When transporting the generator: • Press engine control switch to OFF position. • Turn fuel valve lever to OFF position. • Keep generator level to prevent fuel spillage. To avoid damage to generator, take care not to drop or strike generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on generator. • Refuel generator only outdoors, in well-ventilated area. • NEVER fill fuel tank while the engine is running. Shut engine OFF and allow to cool before filling with fuel. • NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near genera- tor or where gasoline is stored. 1. Drain fuel into suitable container (see page 27). 2. Change engine oil (see page 21). 3. Remove spark plug. Add a tablespoon of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. Place rag over spark plug hole and pull recoil starter handle slowly to turn engine and distribute oil. Reinstall spark plug. At this point, the piston is coming up on its compression stroke and both intake and exhaust valves are closed. Storing engine in this position will help to protect it from internal corrosion. 26 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW7500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual