Maintenance
14 Rev 41331-20110330 English
Maintenance
The owner/operator is responsible for all
periodic maintenance.
WARNING
Never operate a damaged or defective generator.
WARNING
Tampering with the factory set governor will void
your warranty.
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
NOTICE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission
control devices and systems may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establishment or
individual.
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a
timely manner. Correct any issue before
operating the generator.
NOTE
For service or parts assistance, contact our help
line at 1-877-338-0999.
Engine Maintenance
To prevent accidental starting, remove and
ground spark plug wire before performing
any service.
Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer
to the oil specification to select the proper
grade of oil for your operating environment.
1.
Remove the oil drain plug with a 15 mm
socket and extension.
2.
Allow the oil to drain completely.
3.
Replace the drain plug.
4.
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
5.
Add 1.16 qt (1.1 L) of oil and replace oil
fill cap/dipstick.
6.
Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.
Spark Plugs
1.
Remove the spark plug cable from the
spark plug.
2.
Use a spark plug tool to remove the
plug.
3.
Inspect the electrode on the plug. It
must be clean and not worn to produce
the spark required for ignition.
4.
Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.7 -
0.8mm (0.028 - 0.031 in.).
5.
Refer to the spark plug recommendation
chart when replacing the plug.
6.
Carefully thread the plug into the
engine.
7.
Use the spark plug tool to firmly install
the plug.
8.
Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
Air Filter
1.
Remove the snap-on cover holding the
air filter to the assembly.
2.
Remove the foam element.
3.
Wash in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth.
4.
Saturate in clean engine oil.
5.
Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to
remove all excess oil.
6.
Place the filter in the assembly.
7.
Reattach the air filter cover and snap in
place.
Spark Arrester
1.
Allow the engine to cool completely
before servicing the spark arrester.
2.
Remove the two screws holding the
cover plate which retains the end of the
spark arrester to the muffler.
3.
Remove the spark arrester screen.
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