FXA 502313382, Instruction Manual

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Do not use a garden hose to clean the generator.
Water entering the fuel system or other internal parts
of the unit can cause problems that will decrease the
life of the generator.
To clean the unit:
1. Use a soft bristle brush and/or vacuum cleaner
to loosen and remove dirt and debris.
2. Clean air vents with low pressure air that does
not exceed 25 psi.
3. Wipe the exterior surfaces of the generator with
a damp cloth.
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT
Initial oil change: After the first 20 hours of operation.
Thereafter: Every 50 hours of operation.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick.
2. Place a container underneath the oil drainage
plug to collect used oil as it drains.
3. Unscrew the oil drainage plug and remove.
4. Allow oil to drain completely.
5. Reinstall the oil drainage plug and tighten
securely.
6. Refill with oil following the instructions in the
Checking/Adding Oil section.
7. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
Used oil should be disposed of at an approved
disposal site. See your local oil retailer for more
information.
ChECKING/CLEANING ThE AIR FILTER
For proper performance and long life, keep air
filters clean.
1. Unscrew the air filter connection screw located
at the bottom of the air filter cover. Remove the
cover and set aside (Fig.17).
2. Remove the filter elements (Fig.18).
3. If the filter elements are dirty, clean with warm,
soapy water. Rinse and let dry.
4. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the elements,
then squeeze it out.
5. Replace the elements in the air filter unit.
6. Replace the air filter cover and tighten the air
filter connection screw.
NOTE: Do not run the generator without the air
filter. Rapid engine wear will result.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE
The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of
deposits in order to ensure proper engine
operation. To check:
1. Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.19 & 20).
2. Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
3. Remove spark plug using wrench provided.
4. Inspect spark plug for damage, and clean with
a wire brush before reinstalling. If insulator is
cracked or chipped, spark plug should be
replaced. Make sure electrode gap is 0.60mm-
0.80mm.
NOTE: If replacing, use the following
recommended spark plug: F6TC.
5. Screw spark plug back by hand, avoid
damaging threads of the cylinder.
6. Put the spark plug back in position and use the
spark plug wrench to tighten it. If spark plug is
new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer
appropriate amount. If reusing old spark plug,
use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for proper washer
compression.
7. Replace spark plug cap.
CLEANING ThE EXhAUST PORT & MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of oil used, and/or your operating
conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may
become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a
power loss with your petrol-powered tool, you may
need to remove these deposits to restore
performance. We highly recommend that only
qualified service technicians perform this service.
CLEANING ThE FUEL TANK FILTER
1. Remove fuel cap and filter (Fig.3).
2. Clean the filter, replace if broken.
3. Dry the filter and install back on the generator.
DRAINING ThE FUEL TANK
1. Turn the engine switch OFF ( O ).
2. Close fuel valve.
3. Remove the fuel line from the barb by using
pliers to loosen the tubing clamp and sliding the
fuel line off.
4. Install one end of a drain line over the barb, and
place the other end in a fuel container large
enough to catch the fuel being drained from the
tank.
5. Open fuel valve.
6. When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the
fuel valve and reinstall fuel line on barb.