100458 - 1200W PORTAbLE GENERATOR
MAINTENANCE
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6. Firmly re-install the plug.
7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug.
Cleaning the 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.
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor
1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the
spark arrestor.
2. Remove the two or three screws (varies by model) holding
the cover plate which retains the spark arrestor to the
muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrestor screen.
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark
arrestor screen with a wire brush.
Type 1
Type 2
* See your model’s parts list for specified type of spark arrestor.
5. Replace the spark arrestor if it is damaged.
6. Position the spark arrestor on the muffler and attach with
the screws removed in step 2.
CAUTION
Failure to clean the spark arrestor will result in degraded
engine performance.
Adjusting the Governor
WARNING
Tampering with the factory set governor will void your
warranty.
The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with
the governor can damage your generator and your
electrical devices and will void your warranty. Contact our
Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999 for all other
service and/or adjustment needs.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the following
maintenance schedule.
Service your generator more frequently when operating in
adverse conditions.
Contact our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999
to locate the nearest CPE certified service dealer for your
generator or engine maintenance needs.
EVERY 8 HOURS OR DAILY
Check oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
FIRST 5 HOURS
Change oil
EVERY 50 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON
Clean air filter
Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot
environments
EVERY 100 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON
Change oil
Clean/adjust spark plug
Check/adjust valve clearance*
Clean spark arrestor
Clean fuel tank and filter*
EVERY 250 HOURS
Clean combustion chamber*
EVERY 3 YEARS
Replace fuel line*
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or CPE certified
service centers.
