Owner’s Guide
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
PROLONGED STORAGE
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from a possible explosion:
Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near the fuel
tank or refuel near open flame or electrical items which could produce a spark.
Store vehicle in a clean, dry area. Do not store in same area as a stove, furnace, water
heater, or other appliance that uses a pilot light or has a device that can create a spark.
When refueling, inspect the fuel cap for leaks or breaks that could result in fuel spillage.
Always wear safety glasses while refueling to prevent possible eye injury from gasoline or
gasoline vapor.
Keep hands, clothing and jewelry away from moving parts. Use care not to contact hot
objects. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on jack stands before attempting to run
the engine.
Use of a fuel stabilizer is required for a prolonged storage period (30 days or more) to prevent a build up of varnish and gum
in the carburetor and corrosion in the engine.
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE
Refer to the manufacturer’s maintenance chart for periodic service schedule. Refer to Briggs & Stratton Operator’s Manual.
GENERATOR BELT TENSION
Tool List
Qty.
Belt tension gauge.................................................................................................................................................. 1
Wrench, 3/4" ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Wrench, 9/16" ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Ratchet, 3/8" drive .................................................................................................................................................. 1
Socket, 3/4", 3/8" drive ........................................................................................................................................... 1
Maintain generator belt to 45 - 50 lbs. (20-23 kg) tension when a gauge is applied half way between the two pulleys.
A loose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal.
A
new
belt may be checked manually. A maximum deflection of 3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable. Maintain belt to 45 - 50 lbs.
(20-23 kg) tension using the same technique and inspect for cracking or wear. A maximum deflection of 1/2" (13 mm) is
acceptable.
NOTICE
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)
