PowerStroke PSi2000B Series, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 16 - 17.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
NOTICE:
Remove all lubricant from the unit before draining the fuel
tank. Failure to do so could cause damage to the unit.
 Turn off the generator.

Remove the fuel cap.
 Tilt the generator and allow fuel to drain from the fuel tank
into an approved container.

When the fuel has drained from the tank, replace the fuel
cap.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR

Turn off the generator.
 Loosen the screw at the top of the engine cover. Remove
cover and set aside.

Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.

Allow fuel to drain completely into container.

Retighten drain screw securely.

Put the on/off switch in the
OFF ( O )
position.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING

Turn off the generator.
 Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before transporting
the machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are
cool.

Keep unit level to prevent fuel spillage.

Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.

If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank and securely
restrain the generator.

Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.024−0.028 in.
(0.60-0.70 mm). To widen gap, if necessary, carefully
bend the ground (top) electrode. To lessen gap, gently
tap ground electrode on a hard surface.

Seat spark plug in position; thread in by hand to prevent
cross-threading.

Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark plug
is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer appropriate
amount. If reusing old spark plug, use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for
proper washer compression.
NOTE: An improperly tightened spark plug will become
very hot and could damage the engine.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 15.
NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been evaluated
by the USDA Forest Service and cannot be used on U.S.
forest lands. In addition, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations.
Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer
service to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50
hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product.
Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on
the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service
dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model.
To clean the spark arrestor:

Loosen the screws on the rear panel. Remove rear panel
and set aside.

Remove the screw securing the spark arrestor in place.

Remove the spark arrestor and gently clean using a wire
brush.

Replace the spark arrestor and rear panel. Ensure that all
screws are tightened securely.