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1) MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD
Performed at every indicated month or
operating hour interval, whichever
comes first.
Each
use
First
month or
20 Hrs.
(3)
Every 3
months
or 50
Hrs. (3)
Every 6
months
or 100
Hrs. (3)
Every
year or
300 Hrs.
(3)
ITEM
Engine oil
Check level
o
Change
o
o
Air cleaner
Check
o
Clean
o(1)
Sediment Cup
Clean
o
Spark plug
Check-Clean
o
Spark arrester
Clean
o
Valve clearance
Check-Adjust
o(2)
Fuel tank and strainer Clean
o(2)
Fuel line
Check
Every 2 years (Replace if necessary) (2)
1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
2) These items should be serviced by an authorized generator dealer, unless the owner has
the proper tools and is mechanically proficient.
(3) For professional commercial use, long hours of operation to determine proper maintenance
intervals.
WARNING
Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a
malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions. If you operate your
generator under severe conditions, such as sustained high-load or high-temperature operation,
or use it in unusually wet or dusty conditions, consult your servicing dealer for
recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.
2) Tool kit
The tools supplied with the generator will help you to perform the owner maintenance
procedures listed on the following page. Always keep this tool kit with the generator.
