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7.6
Clean the area around the oil drain plug and the dipstick/fill port.
7.7
Place a suitable container underneath the generator to collect the waste oil.
7.8
Remove the oil drain plug and the dipstick from the engine and allow the oil to drain
completely.
7.9
Once the oil has drained, refit the oil drain plug and fully tighten.
7.10
Slowly fill the engine with fresh semi synthetic SAE15w40 engine oil to the top of the
oil filler neck.
Stop occasionally to check the oil level.
7.11
Once full, refit the dipstick and tighten securely.
7.12
Wipe up any spills and dispose of the waste oil at a proper collection centre.
7.13
Remove the spark plug HT lead cap from the spark plug.
7.14
Clean the area around the spark plug to reduce the risk of dirt or debris entering
the cylinder.
7.15
Using a spark plug wrench, undo and remove the spark plug.
7.16
Visually inspect the spark plug and spark plug washer.
If they show signs of wear or damage, then replace.
7.17
Using a soft wire brush, remove any carbon deposits from the electrode.
7.18
Using a feeler gauge, check the spark plug gap.
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