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Reproduction
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Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs
first. More frequent service is required when operating in
adverse conditions noted below.
1
Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.
2
See any authorized dealer for service.
General Recommendations
Regular maintenance will improve the performance and
extend the life of the generator. See any Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer for maintenance and service.
The generator’s warranty does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain the generator as instructed in this manual.
All service and adjustments should be made at least once
each season. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run better and
last longer. Follow requirements in
Maintenance Schedule
.
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by any
non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain ”no charge” emissions control service,
the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
See
Emissions Warranty
.
• Generator is equipped with a G-trim engine.
Cleaning
Daily or before use, look around and underneath
the generator for signs of oil or fuel leaks. Clean any
accumulated debris. Keep area around muffler free from
any debris.
• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator could damage
it and shorten its life. Do not expose generator to excessive
moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors. Do not insert any
objects through cooling slots.
Battery Maintenance
The generator is equipped with an automatic battery
charging circuit that charges the battery while the engine
is running. If the generator isn’t used frequently, the
battery should be connected to a trickle charger or battery
maintainer (not included) to keep it properly charged.
1. Remove panel from in front of the battery.
2. Disconnect the two pin connector from the battery to
the generator.
NOTICE
Do not exceed 1.5 Amp charging rate.
3. Follow the instructions included with the trickle
charger or battery maintainer.
Remote Start FOB Batteries
Follow the instructions below if you need to replace the
batteries in the remote start fob:
1. Loosen and remove screws from cover, then remove
cover.
2. Remove the discharged batteries and insert two new
CR2016 lithium batteries with the “+” terminal facing
up.
3. Reinstall the cover and screws and tighten.
First 5 Hours
• Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
• Clean debris
• Check engine oil level
Every 50 Hours or Yearly
• Clean engine air cleaner
1,
Every 100 Hours or Yearly
• Change engine oil
1
• Service spark plug
• Inspect muffler and spark arrester
1, 2
• Check/Adjust valve clearance
2
• Clean fuel tank and filter
2
Every 250 Hours
• Clean combustion chamber
1, 2