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5.Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.
6.Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge.
The gap should be 0.6-0.7mm(0.024-0.028in). Correct as necessary by carefully
bending the side electrode.
7.Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
8.After a new spark plug has been seated by hand, it should be tightened 1/2 turn
with a wrench to compress its washer.
If a used plug is being reinstalled, it should only require 1/8 to 1/4 turn after being
seated.
9.Reinstall the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely.
10.Close the left maintenance cover.
The spark plug must be securely tightened.An improp-erly tightened plug
can become very hot and possibly damage the generator.
Never use a
spark plug with an improper heat range.
CAUTION
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5.STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE
Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the OFF position when transporting generator.
2. Turn the engine switch to the On position.
When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time or after long term
storage, or after running out of fuel, turn the fuel valve lever to the '' ON''
position, then wait for 10 to 20 seconds before starting the engine.
Before starting the engine, disconnect the load from the DC terminals.
NOTE
1.Turn the fuel cap lever fully clockwise to the ON position.
Fuel cap lever
ON
.
Engine switch
ON
ON
OFF
