Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Emissions Control

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.

However, to obtain ”no charge” emissions control service, the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.

First 5 Hours

 

 

 

Generator Maintenance

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Change engine oil

 

 

 

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean

 

 

 

 

 

and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry

Every 8 Hours or Daily

 

 

 

 

 

 

environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust,

 

 

 

 

 

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Clean debris

 

 

 

dirt, moisture, or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots in

 

 

 

 

 

the generator must not become clogged with snow, leaves,

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Check engine oil level

 

 

 

 

 

 

or any other foreign material.

 

 

 

 

NOTICE DO NOT use water or other liquids to clean

Every 25 Hours or Yearly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

generator. Liquids can enter engine fuel system, causing

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Clean engine air filter1

 

 

 

 

 

 

poor performance and/or failure to occur. In addition, if

 

 

 

 

 

Every 50 Hours or Yearly

 

 

 

liquid enters generator through cooling air slots, some of the

 

 

 

 

 

liquid will be retained in voids and cracks of the rotor and

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Change engine oil1

 

 

 

 

 

 

stator winding insulation. Liquid and dirt buildup on the

 

 

 

 

 

Yearly

 

 

 

generator internal windings will eventually decrease the

 

 

 

 

 

insulation resistance of these wi dings.

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Replace engine air filter1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleaning

 

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Service fuel valve

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Daily

r before use, l k ar und and underneath the

 

 

 

 

 

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Service spark plug

 

 

 

 

 

 

generator for s gns of o l or fuel leaks. Clean accumulated

 

 

 

 

 

debris from inside and outside the generator. Keep the

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Inspect muffler and spark arrester

 

 

 

 

linkage, spring and other engine controls clean. Keep the

 

 

 

 

 

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Clean cooling system1

 

 

 

for

 

nd and behind the muffler free from any

 

 

 

area aro

 

 

 

 

 

comb stible debris. Inspect cooling air slots and openings

 

 

 

 

 

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Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.

 

 

on generator. These openings must be kept clean and

General Recommendations

 

 

 

un bstructed.

 

 

 

Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of

Regular maintenance will improve the performance and

 

 

verheating and ignition of accumulated debris:

 

 

 

Not

 

 

 

 

extend the life of the generator. See any authorized dealer for

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Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

service.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The generator’s warranty does not cover it ms that have

 

NOTICE

Improper treatment of generator could damage it

been subjected to operator abuse or neglig nce. To r c ive

 

and shorten its life.

full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the

 

• DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or

generator as instructed in this manual.

 

 

 

corrosive vapors.

 

 

 

• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

 

 

 

 

 

properly maintain your generator.

Reproduction

 

 

 

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Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.

All service and adjustments should be made at least once each season. Follow the requirements in the Maintenance Schedule chart above.

NOTICE Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug and replace the air filter. New spark plugs and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.

Battery Maintenance

Other than float charging, described elsewhere, no maintenance is required for the starting battery. Keep the battery and terminals clean and dry.

NOTICE Battery charging should be performed in a dry location, such as inside a garage.

WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds - chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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