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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 side panel.
2. Remove spark plug boot. Be careful not to tear insulation
or wire.
3. Unscrew the spark plug from the engine using the spark
Fig. 11
Spark Plug
Spark Plug
Boot
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 control panel.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
Clean fuel tank each year or before storing the generator for extended periods of time. To drain the fuel tank and
carburetor:
1. Remove the fuel cap; carefully turn the generator over to pour the gasoline in the fuel tank to appropriate con-
tainer.
2. Start generator without any device connected to it until it stops. This burns out the fuel in the carburetor and
fuel line.
3. Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place.
CAUTION:
Do not store fuel for more than 3 months.
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