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Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment.
We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station or recycling
center for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground.

4) Air cleaner service
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction service
the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty
areas.

①

. Unsnap the air cleaner cover dips, remove

the air cleaner cover, and remove the- element.

②

. Wash the element in a solution of household

detergent; and warm water, then rinse
thoroughly; or wash in nonflammable or high
flash point solvent. Allow element to dry
thoroughly.

③

. Soak the element in clean engine oil and

squeeze out the excess oil. The engine will
smote during initial start-up if too much oil
left in the element.

④

. Reinstall the air cleaner element and the cover

5) Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning
The sediment cup prevents dirt water which may be in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If
the engine has not been run for a long time, the sediment -cup should tie cleaned.

①

. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position Remove the sediment cup, and o-ring.

②

. Clean the sediment cup and o-ring. In nonflammable or high flash point solvent.

③

. Reinstall o-ring, and sediment cup.

④

. Turn the fuel valve ON and check for leaks

6) Spark Plug Service sediment cup

Recommended spark plugs: F5T or F6TC or F7TJC or T or other equivalents

To ensure proper engine operation, the Spark plug must be properly gapped and free of Deposits.

If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the
muffler.

①

. Remove the spark plug cap.

②

. Clean any dirt around the spark plug base.

③

. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug.

④

. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is

cracked or chipped. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it
is to be reused.

⑤

. measure the plug gap with a feels regauge.

correct as necessary by carefully banding side electrode.

The gap should be: 0.70-0.60 mm {0.026-0.031 in).

⑥

. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition, and thread the spark plug in by hand to

prevent cross-threading.

⑦

. After the spark plug is seated. Tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the Washer.

If installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2turn after the spark plug Seats to compress the washer. If
reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten 1/8 -1/4 turn after the spark plug seas to Compress the
washer.

8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

When transporting the generator, turn the engine switch and the fuel valve OFF. Keep the generator
level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite.

Take care- not to drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not place heavy
objects on the generator.

Before storing the unit for an extended period:

Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.

- Service according to the table below

①

. Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain screw. Drain the gasoline into a suitable container.