Generator shot down procedure

[rScotty]

If I know I may not start an engine 3 or 4 times a year then I will run it dry for storage. Things like power washers, chain saws, weed whackers, and the back-up Honda generator all get run dry.

 

[SteveD55]

Do you guys turn off fuel line to let engine to shot down? I know it's recommended for other equipment before long storage. What
about a generator since it's being run often as part of maintenance?

I'm not sure about the newer generators but with the older style like mine, not inverter, it is recommended to start it up every month or two and run it under load for awhile. I use my portable shop air compressor for the load. I've been told it has something to do with the possibility of losing a magnetic field if it sits for too long. I don't keep the tank full unless I have a power outage like we had for 12 hours after last Sunday's storm in Central New York State. Therefore, I don't run it dry. I also only use non-ethanol gas.