Draining the Fuel
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and
can cause serious injury or death. Stop the engine and keep heat,
sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills
immediately.
Do not spill fuel when draining the fuel tank. Spilled fuel is a fire hazard, causes environmental damage, and can cause damage to paint and plastic. Wipe up spills immediately.
Do not spill fuel when draining the fuel tank. Spilled fuel is a fire hazard, causes environmental damage, and can cause damage to paint and plastic. Wipe up spills immediately.
Perform this procedure if fuel will NOT be kept in the fuel tank during storage or before transportation.
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Access the fuel tank and remove the gas cap.
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Empty fuel tank into an approved gasoline container. Polaris recommends using a commercially available gasoline hand pump to empty the tank. Do not use an electric pump.
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Re-install gas cap onto the tank and securely tighten.
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Remove the maintenance cover.
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Place drain pan outside generator.
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Pull the fuel hose out of the enclosure and into the drain pan.
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Loosen carburetor drain screw 1.
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Turn fuel valve switch to ON and drain gasoline into pan.
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Pour gasoline from pan into a suitable container.
