Honda Power Equipment TPG-6000H-DX Maintenance, Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual

Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual

4. MAINTENANCE

To maintain the generator in peak operating condition, observe and implement the maintenance and adjustment schedule in Table 5. Inspect and/or service the generator as scheduled in Table 5.

WARNING:

•SHUT OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. IF OPERATION OF THE ENGINE IS REQUIRED, MAKE SURE THE AREA IS WELL VENTILATED; THE ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS POISONOUS CARBON MONOXIDE GAS.

CAUTION:

• Refer to the Honda engine owner’s manual for other maintenance requirements.

An initial oil change should be performed after the first twenty (20) hours of use. Thereafter, change oil every 100 hours.

Before changing the oil, check for a suitable way to dispose of the used oil. Do not pour it down sewer drains, onto garden soil or into open streams. Refer to your local zoning and environmental regula- tions for disposal and handling requirements.

		Table 5: Maintenance Schedule
Daily	•	Check oil level.
	• Check all components according to the PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS section.
50 Hours	•	Wash cleaner element.
	• Check spark plug and clean if necessary.
100 Hours	•	Change engine oil.
200 Hours	•	Adjust spark plug gap.
	•	Clean fuel strainer.
500 Hours	•	Replace spark plug and cleaner element.
(12 Months)	• Clean and adjust carburetor, valve clearance, and valve seat along with
		cylinder head.
1,000 Hours	•	Inspect control panel parts.
(24 Months)	• Check rotor and stator.
	• Replace engine mount rubber.
	•	Overhaul engine.
	•	Change fuel lines.

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