MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule
Periodic maintenance and adjustment are necessary to keep the generator in good operating condition. Perform service and inspection at intervals shown in Generator Maintenance Schedule (see Table 2).
DANGER
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poi- son you cannot see or smell.
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NEVER use inside a home | Only use OUTSIDE and far | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
or garage, EVEN IF doors | away from windows, doors, and | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
and windows are open. | vents. |
•Shut off engine before performing any maintenance. If engine must be run, be sure area is well ventilated.
NOTICE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any
WARNING
Accidental starting of generator can cause severe injury or death. Before performing maintenance, disconnect spark plug cap from spark plug. Also disconnect both starting bat- tery cables. Remove the negative
WARNING
Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seri- ously hurt or killed. Always follow inspection and mainte- nance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual.
NOTICE
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating con- ditions. If you operate generator under severe conditions, such as sustained
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| FREQUENCY* |
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MAINTENANCE TASK | Before each | First month or | Every 3 | Every 6 | Every year or |
| 20 hours of | months or 50 | months or 100 | 300 hours of | |
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| use | hours of use | hours of use | use | |
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Inspect for/clean debris | X |
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Check engine oil level | X |
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Change engine oil |
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Check air filter | X |
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Clean air filter |
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Replace air filter |
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Run engine |
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Check/adjust spark plug |
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Replace spark plug |
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Clean fuel sediment cup |
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Clean spark arrestor |
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Clean cylinder cooling fins |
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Check/adjust idle speed |
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Check/adjust valve clearance |
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Clean fuel tank and filter |
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Clean combustion chamber |
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Check fuel tube |
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TABLE 2. Generator Maintenance Schedule
* Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first.
† Clean more often when using generator in dusty areas.
‡ It is recommended that the generator is run for
If the unit is stored for more than a year without running, a battery charger may necessary to recharge the generator battery.
**These items should be serviced by a Honda service dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures.
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