Fuel-Injected Petrol Powered Inverter Generators
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Maintenance
Running petrol engines in confined areas
CAN KILL IN MINUTES
. Engine exhaust
fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see.
NEVER run a petrol engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run petrol
engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents. • Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely
flammable – keep clear of naked flames or other ignition sources. • Do not have the engine running during
inspection and maintenance unless specifically required. • The engine should be cool enough to touch before
performing maintenance activities. • Some maintenance activities described may be beyond the scope of
some users. For procedures that you are not comfortable with or have the tools or experience for, have the
unit serviced by a service center or qualified technician.
To keep the engine performing at optimal efficiency, regular checks and maintenance is required. Proper
care and maintenance ensures best performance and longest service life.
The Maintenance Schedule below specifies preventative maintenance checks and necessary maintenance
tasks and how often they should be performed. The schedule applies to multiple engines; some engines may
not include some components, so maintenance on those components is not applicable.
Harsh operating environments such as extreme temperatures, dust etc may necessitate more
frequent maintenance. • Maintenance frequencies are based on general factors including a
maximum use of approximately 300 hours per year. Apply common-sense when following the maintenance
schedule based on your actual use of the product. • Keep reasonable records of maintenance activities for
reference.
Failure to follow the maintenance schedule, using incorrect or non-compatible accessories
or replacements parts, or general negligence
may result in making the product warranty void.
Maintenance Schedule for Fuel-Injected 4-Stroke Engines
Frequency – Whichever Comes First
Component/Task
Every Use
First Month or
20 Hours Use
Every 3 Months
or 50 Hours Use
Every 6 Months or
100 Hours Use
Every Year or
300 Hours Use
Engine Oil
Check
Replace
Replace
Oil Leaks
Check/repair as
necessary
Air Cleaner
Check
Clean and replace as necessary
Spark Plug
Check
Replace
Valve Clearance
Adjust as
necessary
Combustion
Chamber
De-coke as
necessary
Fasteners
Check/tighten
as necessary
Fuel Tank
Flush and clean
Fuel Line
Replace as necessary
Fuel Filter
Clean and replace as necessary
Fuel Strainer
Check
