201003 - 5500W DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC START INVERTER GENERATOR
MAINTENANCE
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Cleaning the Generator
CAUTION
DO NOT spray generator directly with water.
Water can enter the generator through the cooling slots and
damage the generator windings. It can also contaminate the
fuel system.
1. Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the generator.
2. Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil.
3. Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and debris from
the generator.
4. Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they are
clean and unobstructed.
To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground the spark plug
wire before performing any service.
Changing the Engine Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification
to select the proper grade for your operating environment.
1. Place the generator on a flat level surface.
2. Turn the maintenance cover fasteners to the unlocked
position and remove the cover.
3. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.
MAX
OIL DIP STICK
MAX
4. Use pliers to slide the spring clamp down the oil drain hose
and pull the hose off the plug bracket.
5. Point the hose into a drain pan and allow the oil to drain
completely. NOTE: The hose end must be lower than the
engine base to allow the oil to drain.
6. Replace oil drain hose onto plug bracket and slide spring
clamp back into position.
7. Add oil according to
Add Engine Oil
in
Assembly
section,
reinstall maintenance cover and rotate fasteners to the locked
position. DO NOT OVERFILL. Oil not included for routine
maintenance.
8. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management
facility.
NOTICE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil
about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. If using the
dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while
checking.
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug
1. Turn the maintenance cover fasteners to the unlocked
position and remove the cover.
2. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
3. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a
13/16 in. (21 mm) socket (not included) to remove the plug.
4. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not
worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
5. Make certain the spark plug gap is
0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm).
SPARK PLUG GAP
6. Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications
when replacing
the plug.
7. Firmly re-install the plug.
8. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug.
9. Reinstall the maintenance cover.