REV 46553-20130301
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46553
ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Air filter
1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the air fi lter 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 fi lter in the assembly.
7. Reattach the air fi lter cover and snap in place.
The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic
maintenance.
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner.
Correct any issue before operating the generator.
Never operate a damaged or defective generator.
Tampering with the factory set governor will void
your warranty.
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
specifi cation to select the proper grade of oil for your
operating environment.
1. Remove the oil drain plug with a 12 mm socket and
extension.
2. Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Replace the drain plug.
4. Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick to add oil.
5. Add up to 0.63 qt (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fi ll
cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
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 the spark plug tool that shipped with your
generator 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 - 0.8 mm or
(0.028 - 0.031 in.).
5. Refer to the spark plug recommendation in
Specifi cations section when replacing the plug.
6. Carefully thread the plug into the engine.
7. Use the spark plug tool to fi rmly install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug wire to the plug.
For service or parts assistance, contact our help
line at
1-877-338-0999
NOTE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emission
control devices and systems may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establishment or
individual.
NOTE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show
oil about 1-2 threads from running out of the fi ll hole.
If using the dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw
in the dipstick while checking.
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
WARNING
Oil Cont’d.
0.7-0.8 mm
0.028-0.031 in.
