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REV 73533i-20110721
ENGLISH
73533i
The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic
maintenance .
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner .
Correct any issue before operating the 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 . Loosen the cover screws and remove the
maintenance cover .
2 . Remove the oil fi ller cap .
3 . Tilt the generator on its side and allow the oil to drain
completely .
4 . Add 0 .42 qt (0 .4 L) of oil and replace oil fi ll cap/
dipstick .
5 . Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten the
cover screws .
6 . Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility .
Spark Plugs
1 . Remove the maintenance cover .
2 . Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug .
3 . Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your
generator to remove the plug . Remove the spark plug
access cap and insert the spark plug tool through
this hole .
4 . Remove the spark plug .
5 . Inspect the electrode on the plug . It must be clean
and not worn to produce the spark required for
ignition .
6 . Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 .6 - 0 .7 mm
(0 .024 - 0 .028 in .) .
7 . Carefully thread the plug into the engine .
8 . Use the spark plug tool to fi rmly install the plug .
9 . Attach the spark plug cap to the plug .
10 . Reinstall the spark plug access cap, and
maintenance cover .
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
Never operate a damaged or defective generator .
WARNING
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty .
WARNING
Oil Cont’d.
0.6 - 0.7 mm
0.024 - 0.028 in.
MAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE
