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Changing the oil
Change the oil whilst the engine is warm as the oil drains out easier. Be careful – the engine oil might be hot.
The engine oil is drained out and added via the oil filler neck where the dipstick is located.
1. Switch the engine off and close the fuel tank air vent (7) in order to prevent fuel leaks.
2. Undo the maintenance cover screw and remove the cover (20).
3. Place a suitable waste oil container on the ground in front of
the oil filler opening.
4. Unscrew the oil filler cap/dipstick (4) and tilt the generator.
5. Drain the oil into the container.
6. Make sure that the generator is on an even, level surface.
7. Using a funnel, fill the oil tank up to the top of the oil
filler neck with new SAE 10W-30 oil. It is important that
the generator is level to ensure the correct amount of oil.
8. Refit the oil filler cap and the maintenance cover.
Note:
Used engine oil is a damaging source of environmental pollution. Do not pour used engine oil down your
drain or sink. Place it in a leak proof container and dispose of it in an environmentally-friendly way. If you are
unsure how to proceed, contact your local authority.
Air filter
Regular air filter service will ensure that there is sufficient air flowing into the carburettor. Check regularly to make
sure that the filter is not clogged with dirt or dust.
1. Make sure that the engine is switched off.
2. Undo the maintenance cover screw and remove the cover (20).
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3. Remove the retaining screw from the air filter cover. Remove both the main filter (A) and the pre-filter (B) and
then wipe the inside of the filter housing clean.
4. If the filters are dirty, wash them in a solution of warm water and mild detergent. Squeeze the filters and let
them air-dry before refitting them.
5. Fit both filters back into the filter housing and screw the air filter cover and the maintenance cover back on.
Spark plug
If the spark plug is in good condition it should not be cracked or pitted or coated in heavy deposits.
Checking the spark plug:
1. Switch the engine off and let it cool.
2. Remove the spark plug cover on the rear of the generator.
3. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug.
4. Use a spark plug spanner (supplied) to remove the spark plug.
5. Inspect the spark plug. If it is in poor condition, with a cracked or chipped insulator or eroded electrodes,
it should be replaced. The correct type of plug is listed under
Specifications
. Check the spark plug gap
and adjust it if necessary.
6. If you are going to use the same spark plug again, clean it using a wire brush before refitting it.
7. Refit the spark plug cap securely onto the spark plug.
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