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Polaris P3000iE manual Maintenance, Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

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Spark Plug

MAINTENANCE

Spark Plug

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

Using a non-recommended spark plug can result in serious engine damage. Always use recommended spark plugs.

Note: In order to service the spark plug, the provided spark plug wrench is required.

Refer to the Specification section (see page 64) for the recommended spark plug type. Always torque spark plugs to the specification.

Note: To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be free of deposits and properly gapped. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before servicing.

Normal Spark Plug

The normal insulator tip is gray, tan or light brown. There will be few combustion deposits. The electrodes are not burned or eroded. This indicates the proper type and heat range for the engine and the service.

Note: The tip should not be white. A white insulator tip indicates overheating, caused by use of an improper spark plug, fuel, or incorrect carburetor adjustments.

Wet Fouled Spark Plug

The wet fouled insulator tip is black. A damp oil film covers the firing end. There may be a carbon layer over the entire nose. Generally, the electrodes are not worn. Fouling may be caused by excessive oil or by frequent short trips, especially in cold weather.

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Polaris P3000iE manual Maintenance, Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

Contents

POLARIS POWER P3000iE Operator’s Manual Australian modelDEATH TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION WelcomeSafety Precautions INTRODUCTIONIntended Use Warnings, Cautions and Notices Signal Words and Safety TermsINTRODUCTION ALCOHOL OR DRUG USEINTRODUCTION Identification Numbers and LocationsSerial Number SAFETY Safety Warnings and PrecautionsGeneral SAFETY Before and During OperationSAFETY Before and During OperationDo not refuel while engine is running SAFETY Operator SafetySAFETY Fuel SafetySAFETY Carbon Monoxide SafetySAFETY Electrical SafetyFire Safety Extension Cord Information SAFETYFire Safety Equipment ModificationsOutdoor Use ONLY Danger Label SAFETYCarbon Monoxide Warning DANGERSAFETY NOMENCLATURE CONTROLS AND FEATURESGenerator Components DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION CONTROLS AND FEATURESNOMENCLATURE Ground TerminalLow Oil Indicator CONTROLS AND FEATURESIndicator Panel Overload IndicatorIgnition Switch CONTROLS AND FEATURESSMART Throttle Switch Fuel Valve LeverCONTROLS AND FEATURES DC Receptacle and FuseAC Receptacles Ground Terminal CONTROLS AND FEATURESFuel Volume Indicator Starter Recoil GripFIRST USE INSTRUCTIONS Adding Engine OilFIRST USE INSTRUCTIONS Fuel RecommendationFIRST USE INSTRUCTIONS Adding FuelFIRST USE INSTRUCTIONS Wheel Kit InstallationWheel assembly Locking swivel wheelFuel Line PRE-OPERATIONINSPECTIONEngine Oil Fuel LevelFuel Recommendations OPERATIONSafe Operating Precautions RefuelingOPERATION Refueling1.Remove the fuel tank cap A DANGER OPERATIONBefore Starting the Engine Starting the Engine6. To start the generator using the ignition OPERATIONStarting the Engine OPERATION Starting the EngineStopping the Engine OPERATION AC OperationOPERATION AC OperationAC Capacity Wattage Reference Table OPERATIONAC Capacity RUNNINGOPERATION Power ManagementConnecting the Battery Charging Cable included DC OperationConnecting the Battery Charging Cable OPERATIONDC Operation OPERATION Connecting the Battery Charging CableDisconnecting the Battery Charging Cable DC OperationOPERATION Air Conditioning OperationSMART Throttle System Connections to a Building Electrical System Standby PowerOPERATION System GroundOPERATION High Altitude UseCarburetor Modification Source of Emissions OPERATIONEmission Control System Information AlterationsProblems Affecting Emissions Replacement PartsOPERATION MAINTENANCE Importance of MaintenanceMAINTENANCE Maintenance SafetySafety Precautions MAINTENANCE Periodic MaintenancePeriodic Maintenance Chart MAINTENANCE Opening the Service DoorFuel System MAINTENANCEOpening the Service Door Fuel Line InspectionMAINTENANCE Fuel Tank StrainerOil Recommendation MAINTENANCEEngine Oil Oil Level InspectionMAINTENANCE Oil ChangeMAINTENANCE 7.Re-installthe oil drain bolt BOil Change MAINTENANCE Air FiltersAir Filter Inspection MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection and ReplacementSpark Plug MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement8.Using a wire-typefeeler gauge Battery Safety MAINTENANCEBattery Accessing the BatteryCHARGE TIME MAINTENANCEBattery Charging Sealed Only STATE OFMAINTENANCE Spark Arrestor MaintenanceSpark Arrestor TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE TransportationTransporting the Generator TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE StorageStorage Preparation Accessing the Fuel Tank TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGETRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Draining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and CarburetorTRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Fogging the EngineTRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Battery StorageStorage Precautions Generator ExerciseP3000iE SPECIFICATIONSPOLARIS Power Generator ALTERNATORGENERATOR SPECIFICATIONSP3000iE POLARIS Power Generator ENGINE OILDIAGRAMWIRING Inverter ModuleSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION Engine Will Not Turn OverSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine Lacks Power SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION Engine Pings or KnocksSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at DC Receptacle SOLUTIONEngine Stops or Loses Power TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at AC Receptacles SOLUTIONWARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM WARRANTYABOUT THIS WARRANTY DOCUMENT POLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTYWARRANTY POLICY WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTY PERIODWARRANTY POLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTYWARRANTY EXCLUSIONS POLARIS POWER GENERATOR OWNER RESPONSIBILITY WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTY EXCLUSIONSWARRANTY IMPORTANT NOTICEDATE/HOURS MAINTENANCE LOGSERVICE COMMENTSINDEX INDEX