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It's all common sense stuff, but I think #1 is the most important. The only time I've killed my generator with the switch is when I know I'm going to be restarting it within the next hour or so, but 99% of the time I just cut the fuel off and let it starve.
It's paid off, though - I've had that generator for over 8 years and never had to have the carb rebuilt or replaced and it always starts on the first pull or two. It also helps that I fire that sucker up and use it at least once a week during the summer (I have no power in my shed) and once every couple weeks during the winter.
I bought a fuel injected Honda after a tornado knocked out power 6 years ago and have needed it twice. Once for 11 days. Great generator. I run Shell VPower (no ethanol) in it but when I store it, I run the gasoline out of it and fill the tank with Gulf ProFuel. It's an expensive, high level distillate with no ethanol and lasts for 5 years in an unopened can and 2 years in the fuel tank. The gasoline I keep on hand for the generator is rotated twice a year and has a good dose of SeaFoam in it. Seems to work. Steve_in_Ottawa
ReplyDeleteTry the fuel additive PRI-G. It's cheaper than your special gas and works great. I keep 50 gallons of gas in cans and it lasts for more than a year.
DeleteKenny, are you still getting your 'stored' fuel supply in non-ethanol form, e.g. Murphy USA / Walmart? I've found the ethanol-free blends are the best bet for any kind of intermittent fuel user.
DeleteNope, I'm burning 10% ethanol with that PRI-G. It works well for me.
DeleteKeep your oil clean.
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