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Firman WH03662OF — Long Term Storage

Maintenance · Fuel system

For the Firman WH03662OF, from the Firman operator's manual.

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Before you start

  • Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable

Procedure

  1. Treat any stored fuel with fuel stabilizer
  2. Operate engine 5-10 minutes to circulate treated fuel before shutdown
  3. Or drain fuel tank outdoors using a non-conductive vacuum siphon into an approved container
  4. Run engine outdoors until it stops from lack of gasoline to clear remaining fuel
  5. Turn fuel valve to OFF prior to storage
  6. Allow generator to cool before cleaning and storage
  7. Change oil
  8. Remove spark plug, pour about one teaspoon of oil through spark plug hole, pull recoil starter several times, reinstall spark plug
  9. Cover generator and store in a clean, dry place away from ignition sources

Tools required

  • non-conductive vacuum siphon Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Source: Firman operator'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.

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