TILLOTSON TPP-4500DF-A, Owner'S Manual

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Air Filter Service
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction, service
the air filter regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty
areas.
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Unscrew the air filter cover clips, remove the air filter cover and remove the element.
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Wash the air filter element in a solution of household detergent and warm water, then rinse
thoroughly, or wash in nonflammable or high flashpoint solvent. Allow the air filter element
to dry thoroughly.
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Soak the air filter element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil. The engine will
smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the air filter element.
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Reinstall the air filter element and the cover.
Never run the generator without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result.
Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning
The sediment cup prevents dirt or water, which may be in the
fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If the engine has not been
running for a long time, the sediment cup should be cleaned.
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Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Remove the
sediment cup, O-ring and filter.
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Clean the sediment cup, O-ring and filter in
nonflammable or high flash point solvent.
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Reinstall the filter, O-ring and sediment cup.
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Turn the fuel valve lever ON and check for leaks.
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