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MAINTENANCE & CARE
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE (Fig. 11)
The spark plug is important for proper engine operation. A good spark plug should be intact, free of deposits,
and properly gapped. Refer to Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Figure 8. To inspect the spark plug:
1. Remove the spark plug lid from the top of the generator using the aid of a coin.,
2. Remove spark plug boot. Be careful not to tear insulation or wire.
3. Unscrew the spark plug from the engine using the spark plug wrench provided. There is limited space for the
wrench to turn. Use both rows of holes in the spark plug wrench to gain leverage to loosen the plug.
4. Visually inspect the spark plug for cracks or excessive electrode wear. Replace as necessary.
5. Measure the plug gap with a wire gauge. The gap should be 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in).
6. If re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base then re-gap the
spark plug.
7. Screw the spark plug back into the spark plug hole using the spark plug wrench. Do not over-tighten spark
plug. Recommended tightening of spark plug is ½ to ¾ of a turn after spark plug gasket contacts spark plug hole.
Reinstall the spark plug boot and the spark plug compartment lid.
Fig. 11 - Spark Plug Location
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
Clean fuel tank each year and before storing the
generator for longer than one to two months. To drain
the fuel tank and carburetor:
1. Remove the gas cap; carefully turn the generator
over to pour the gasoline in the fuel tank to appropri-
ate container. NOTE: NO OIL CAN BE IN THE
UNIT WHEN YOU ARE DRAINING THE FUEL
TANK.
2. Once fuel is drained, reinstall the fuel cap.
3. Turn on the engine and keep the engine running
until it stops. This burns out the fuel in the carburetor
and fuel tank.
4. Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place.
CAUTION:
Do not store fuel for more than two
months.
NOTE: WE SUGGEST RUNNING YOUR GENERATOR AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH IN ORDER
TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFESPAN OF THE GENERATOR.
Spark Plug
Boot
Spark Plug
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