Maintenance & Repair (continued)
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Draining the Carburetor
a)
Open right-side cover by turning screw ¼ turn.
b)
Loosen the carburetor drain screw with a flat blade screwdriver.
c)
Drain fuel into suitable container.
d)
Tighten the carburetor drain screw.
e)
Close side cover and tighten the screws.
Check Receptacles
Check receptacles before each use to make sure they are not cracked or
broken.
If a receptacle is cracked or otherwise damaged, do not use until replaced with an
authorized factory part. Using cracked or damaged receptacles can be both
dangerous to the operator and destructive to the equipment.
Inspect Fuel System /
Check for Leaks
Inspect the fuel system and check for leaks on a regular basis.
Inspect the entire fuel system. Look for: signs of leaks or deterioration, chafed or
spongy fuel hose, loose connections, loose or missing fuel hose clamps, damaged
gasoline tank, or defective gasoline shut-off valve.
Clean & Inspect Spark
Arrester
Clean and inspect the spark arrester
The generator is equipped with a spark arrester, clean and inspect it regularly.
Replace if damaged.
a)
Loosen the securing bolts
1
to remove the spark arrester bracket.
b)
Remove spark arrester bracket
2
, flame screen
3
, and spark arrester
4
.
Carburetor
Drain Screw
4
3
2
1
Screw
