GT POWER GT3600ES, Operating Instructions Manual

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GT3600ES
To Clean the Generator
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior
surfaces.
• A soft, bristle brush may be used to
remove dirt, oil etc.
• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up
loose dirt and debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi)
may be used to blow away dirt. Check
cooling air slots and openings on the
generator. These openings must be kept
clean and unobstructed.
Engine Maintenance
DANGER: When working on the
generator, always disconnect spark
plug wire from spark plug and keep
wire away from spark plug.
Changing the Oil
Change the oil after the first five hours of
operation, then every 50 hours thereafter. If
running this unit under dirty or dusty
conditions, or in extremely hot weather,
change the oil more often.
CAUTION: Hot oil may cause burns.
Allow engine to cool before draining
oil. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin
exposure to used oil. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap.
Follow the instructions below to change the
oil while the engine is cooling down:
• Clean area around oil drain plug.
• Remove oil drain plug from engine to drain
oil completely into a suitable container.
• When oil has completely drained, install oil
drain plug and fasten securely.
• Fill engine with recommended oil. (See
“Before Starting the Generator” for oil
recommendations).
• Wipe up any spilled oil.
• Dispose used oil at a proper collection
centre.
Replacing the Spark Plug
• Use spark plug F6TC, BPR6ES or
Champion RN14YC. Replace the plug
once each year. This will help the engine
start easier and run better.
• Stop the engine and pull off the spark plug
wire.
• Clean the area around the spark plug and
remove it from the cylinder head.
• Set the spark plug’s gap to 0.70-0.80 mm.
Install the correctly gapped spark plug into
the cylinder head and torque to 15ft/lbs.
Oil filler cap (oil gauge)
Lower level
Upper level