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6.2.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE
DANGER -
When working on the generator, always
disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and keep
wire away from spark plug.
6.2.4 CHANGE OIL
Change the oil after the first eight hours of operation,
then every 20 hours thereafter. If running this unit
under dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot
weather, change the oil more often.
CAUTION
Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to
cool before draining oil. Avoid prolonged or repeated
skin exposure with used oil. Thoroughly wash exposed
areas with soap.
Use the following instructions to change the oil while
the engine is still warm:
•
Clean area around oil drain plug.
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Remove oil drain plug from engine and oil fill plug
to drain oil completely into a suitable container.
•
When oil has completely drained, install oil drain
plug and tighten securely.
•
Fill engine with recommended oil. (See “ADDING
ENGINE OIL” for oil recommendations).
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Wipe up any spilled oil.
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Dispose of used oil at a proper collection center.
6.2.5 REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG
Use spark plug F6RTC. Replace the plug once each year.
This will help the engine start easier and run better.
• Stop the engine and pull the spark plug wire off
of the spark plug.
• Clean the area around the spark plug and
remove it from the cylinder head.
• Set the spark plug’s gap to 0.70-0.80 mm (0.028-
0.031 in.). Install the correctly gapped spark plug into
the cylinder head and torque to 15 ft/lbs.
.
6.2.6 SPARK ARRESTOR
•
Shut off generator and allow the engine and muf-
fler to cool down completely before servicing spark
arrestor (located on the back of the muffler).
•
Remove the clamp and spark arrestor screen.
•
Clean the spark arrestor screen with a small
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wire brush.
•
Replace the spark arrestor if it is damaged.
•
Installation of the spark arrestor screen is the re-
verse of the removal.
6.3 SERVICE AIR FILTER
The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if
using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter once a year.
Clean or replace more often if operating under dusty
conditions.
•
Remove air filter cover.
•
Wash in soapy water. Squeeze filter dry in clean
cloth (DO NOT TWIST).
•
Clean air filter cover before re-installing it.
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