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Maintenance

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The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arrestor screen. Inspect and clean the screen at least once each year (Figure 14). If unit is used regularly, inspect and clean more often.

If using the generator on any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered unimproved land, it must equipped with a spark arrestor.

The spark arrestor must be maintained in good condition by the owner/operator.

Clean and inspect the spark arrestor when the engine is at ambient temperature as follows:

•Loosen the clamp and remove the spark arrestor screen from the muffler.

•Inspect screen and replace if torn, perforated or otherwise damaged. DO NOT USE a defective screen. If screen is not damaged, clean it with commercial solvent.

•Replace the spark arrestor and secure with the clamp.

Figure 14 – Spark Arrestor Screen

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The generator should be started at least once every seven days and be allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and the unit must be stored for more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare it for storage.

NEVER store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

Allow unit to cool entirely before storage.

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer, as follows:

•Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank.

Drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from open flame. Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke in the vicinity or light a cigarette.

•Start and run engine until engine stops from lack of fuel.

•Allow the engine to cool, then drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade.

•Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Pull the recoil starter a couple times to lubricate the piston rings and cylinder bore.

Avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine.

•Install and tighten spark plug. Do not connect the spark plug wire.

•Clean the generator outer surfaces. Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed.

•Store the unit in a clean, dry place.

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