Quick answer: Storage starts with the manual: fuel treatment or draining, oil checks, battery care, and a dry ventilated location vary by model. Let the generator cool fully before covering or moving it. Never store fuel near ignition sources.
Before storage
Clean dirt from cooling passages, inspect for leaks or damage, and record service hours. Follow the manufacturer’s procedure for fuel stabilizer, running the carburetor dry, or draining fuel; these are alternatives, not steps to combine blindly. Use the specified oil and service interval.
Choose a safe location
Store the unit level and protected from rain, corrosive moisture, children, and unauthorized use. Keep fuel in approved containers under local rules. Do not store a hot engine against combustible material. A cover should not trap moisture or block ventilation while the machine is operating.
Prepare for the next outage
Charge or maintain the starting battery as instructed, label the date and fuel condition, and schedule periodic checks. Before use, inspect oil, fuel, cords, exhaust, and outlets. Run only outdoors, far from doors and windows; carbon monoxide can enter a building even when a generator is outside.
Need help matching these checks to a specific model? Ask the KayrosTool team with the product name and your intended use.