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Spark Plug Maintenance:
1.Disconnect Spark Plug Wire
from end of plug. Clean out
debris from around Spark Plug.
2.Using the spark plug wrench
provided, remove the Spark
Plug.
3.Inspect the Spark Plug:If the
electrode is oily, clean it using a
clean, dry rag. If the electrode
has deposits on it, polish it using
emery paper. If the white
insulator is cracked or chipped,
the Spark Plug needs to be
replaced.
4.When installing a new Spark
Plug, adjust the Plug’s gap to the
specification on the Technical
specification chart and in the
FIGURE N
FIGURE O
illustration below. Do not pry
against the electrode or the
insulator, the Spark Plug can be
damaged. (See Figure O.)
5.Install the new Spark Plug or
the cleaned Spark Plug into the
Engine. Gasket-style: Finger-
tighten until the gasket contacts
the cylinder head, then about
1/2-2/3 turn more.
Non-gasket-style: Finger-tighten
until the plug contacts the head,
then about 1/16 turn more.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication Schedule: Engine
Note: This maintenance
schedule is intended solely as a
general guide. If performance
decreases or if the Engine
operates unusually, check
systems immediately. The
maintenance needs of this
Engine will differ depending on
factors such as temperature, air
quality, fuel quality, and other
factors.
Note: These procedures are in
addition to the regular checks
and maintenance explained as
part of the regular operation of
the Engine.
After Initial 25 Operation Hours:
1.Change unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle oil fuel mixture.
Every 25 Operation Hours
Thereafter:
1.Clean/replace Air Filter
Element.
2.Inspect/clean Spark Plug.
Every 50 Operation Hours:
1.Change unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle oil fuel mixture.
Every 100 Operation Hours:
1.Replace Spark Plug.
Replace Air Filter Element.
Note: All maintenance
procedures scheduled for 20, 50,
and 100 operation hours should
be performed at least yearly.
Every 300 Operation Hours:
1.Clean Fuel Tank and
Carburetor assembly.
2.Clean carbon build-up from
Combustion.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Schedule: Generator
Before Every Use:
1.Check to make sure all bolts
and nuts are tight.
2.Check for any damage to the
Generator.If damaged, do not
use until repaired by a qualified
service technician.
After Every Use:
1.Allow the unit to completely
cool. Then clean the exterior of
the Generator with a clean cloth.
