Hi,   
      
       I bought a new Champion 3000 watt generator (model 46595) at Lowes on   
    Dec 22 2014.  After I filled with gasoline and added the oil,  I was able to   
   start the generator with just one pull of the cord.  Note:  I keep the   
   generator in the shed, and the temperature was very mild, around 50 degrees.   
      
       I ran the generator for 1 hour, and followed the procedure in the   
   instructions manual for shutting it down (close the fuel valve and let the   
   generator run until it stops).  Note: I also bought Stabil and added the   
   proper dose to the gas tank (3.8 capacity).   
      
        Exactly one month later,  I went to the shed and moved the generator to   
   the same location, which is level,  where I ran it the first time.   
   Note: No load on generator.  The temperature was about 34 degrees.   
   I had to pull several times before I was able to get the generator to start.   
   Note: I know about putting the choke in the proper position and turning on   
   the ignition switch.   
      
        Due to the location of the pull cord, I have to kneel and pull the   
   cord sideways (awkward).  I am thinking about adding a pulley for the cord so   
   I can stand up to pull the cord.  This will allow me greater pulling thrust   
   (like my lawn mower).   
      
         Has anyone else have this same experience?   
      
           Thank You in advance,  John   
      
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