"Sam's Workshop"

*SOME HANDY TIPS ON HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR GENERATOR* Wattage - Determine what appliances you will be able to run with the wattage guide. Testing - Perform a dry run of your generator to make sure you are familiar of how you will operate it during a power outage. Flashlight - Keep a flashlight handy to find your way to your generator. Location - Keep your generator conveniently located. Electric Start - If your generator is equipped with electric start, keep the battery charged. Lubrication - Run your generator occasionally to keep the engine well lubricated. Powering Your Generator - Keep an adequate supply of fresh gasoline and extension cords. Use fuel stabilizer if you plan on extended storage. Plugging In - Plug in appliances one at a time being careful not to overload the circuits. Cool After Use - Allow your generator to adequately cool-down before storing. Cover - Use a storage cover to keep the generator free of dirt and debris.

What causes a small engine backfire & how do I fix it? Backfire typically occurs when the engine is decelerated rapidly. Common Causes of Backfire: *.Lowering engine speed too fast *.Gasoline, which contains higher blends of alcohol *.Carburetor adjustment set too lean *.Muffler construction can induce backfire *.Higher than normal engine temperatures *.Some carburetors can induce backfire due to the sensitivity of internal transitional passages *bad plug (This condition cannot be corrected). Possible Fixes for Backfiring: *.Lower engine speed slowly *.Follow small engine fuel recommendationsand/or switch to brands with low or no alcohol *.Adjust carburetor for optimum performance *.Inquire with equipment manufacturer about increasing air volume to decrease engine temperature *change plug to a new one What causes a small engine afterfire & how do I fix it? Afterfire occurs after the engine has been shut off. Common Causes of Afterfire: *.Shutting off th