Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen

3.Remove spark plug cap.

FIGURE 35: Spark Plug Cap Removal

4.Clean any dirt from around spark plug base.

5.Carefully pull off spark plug cap.

6.Using a 13/16” spark plug socket wrench, loosen and remove spark plug.

FIGURE 36: Spark Plug Removal

7.Inspect spark plug.

„If spark plug is damaged or excessively worn, or if insulator is cracked or chipped use a new spark plug.

„If spark plug is in good condition, reuse existing spark plug.

8.If reusing spark plug, clean spark plug with wire brush.

9.Measure spark plug gap with wire feeler gauge. Gap should be: (0.028-0.031 in) (0.70-0.80 mm).

FIGURE 37: Correct Spark Plug Gap

10.If necessary, adjust gap by carefully bending side electrode.

11.Inspect spark plug washer and verify it is in good con- dition.

12.Reinstall spark plug by hand to prevent cross-thread- ing.

13.After spark plug is seated, tighten with spark plug wrench to compress washer.

„If installing a new spark plug, tighten l/2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.

„If reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten l/8 - l/4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.

Spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and could damage engine. Never use spark plugs that have an improper heat range. Use only recommended spark plugs or equivalent.

Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen

Muffler reaches temperatures that can cause serious burns if touched. NEVER touch hot surfaces.

Generator muffler is equipped with spark arrestor screen, which must be cleaned according to maintenance schedule (Table 2) to ensure prevention of sparks escaping generator.

To clean spark arrestor screen, you will need:

‰Socket wrench with 8 mm socket

‰Phillips head screwdriver

‰Wire brush

1.Stop generator if engine is running. Allow to com- pletely cool.

2.Be sure generator is set on flat, level surface.

3.Using a socket wrench with 8 mm socket, remove spark arrestor enclosure panel bolts.

FIGURE 38: Remove Spark Arrestor Enclosure Panel

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