DuroMax XP5500HX — Storing the Generator for Longer Than 30 Days
Maintenance
For the DuroMax XP5500HX, from the DuroMax owner's manual.
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Before you start
- Do not obstruct ventilation openings; keep generator in a cool dry area
Procedure
- Turn breaker OFF and run generator for 3-5 minutes
- Shut fuel valve OFF and run engine dry until it stalls
- Move rocker switch to STOP
- Empty the gas tank
- Drain the carburetor via drain bolt
- Remove spark plug, add 2 tablespoons of 10W-30 motor oil into spark plug hole, pull recoil to lubricate cylinder, reinstall spark plug
- Remove the generator battery and place on a 12V battery tender indoors
Source: DuroMax owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.