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Polaris P3000iE Maintenance, Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement, Using a wire-typefeeler gauge

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8.Using a wire-type feeler gauge,

MAINTENANCE

Spark Plug

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

3.Clean any dirt from around the base of the spark plug.

4.Using the provided park plug wrench (B), remove the spark plug.

5.Inspect the electrode for wear and carbon buildup. Look for a sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of the electrode.

Inspect electrode for wear and buildup

6.Inspect spark plug. Replace if electrodes are worn or if insulator is cracked, chipped, or fouled.

7.Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.

8.Using a wire-type feeler gauge,

measure the spark plug electrode gap. If necessary, correct the gap by carefully

bending the side electrode. TheSpark plug gap gap should be 0.028-0.031in

(0.7-0.8mm). Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode.

9.Ensure the spark plug sealing washer is in good condition and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading.

10.After a new spark plug has been seated by hand, it should be tightened 1/2 turn with a wrench to compress the sealing washer. If a used plug is being reinstalled, it should only require 1/8 to 1/4 turn after being seated.

A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine. Over tightening the spark plug can damage the plug threads.

Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.

11. Re-install the spark plug cap and close the service door.

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Polaris P3000iE manual Maintenance, Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement, Using a wire-typefeeler gauge

Contents

Operator’s Manual Australian model POLARIS POWER P3000iEDEATH TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION Safety PrecautionsIntended Use ALCOHOL OR DRUG USE Signal Words and Safety TermsINTRODUCTION Warnings, Cautions and NoticesIdentification Numbers and Locations INTRODUCTIONSerial Number Safety Warnings and Precautions SAFETYGeneral Before and During Operation SAFETYBefore and During Operation SAFETYDo not refuel while engine is running Operator Safety SAFETYFuel Safety SAFETYCarbon Monoxide Safety SAFETYElectrical Safety SAFETYFire Safety Equipment Modifications SAFETYFire Safety Extension Cord InformationDANGER SAFETYCarbon Monoxide Warning Outdoor Use ONLY Danger LabelSAFETY DESCRIPTION CONTROLS AND FEATURESGenerator Components NOMENCLATUREGround Terminal CONTROLS AND FEATURESNOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTIONOverload Indicator CONTROLS AND FEATURESIndicator Panel Low Oil IndicatorFuel Valve Lever CONTROLS AND FEATURESSMART Throttle Switch Ignition SwitchDC Receptacle and Fuse CONTROLS AND FEATURESAC Receptacles Starter Recoil Grip CONTROLS AND FEATURESFuel Volume Indicator Ground TerminalAdding Engine Oil FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSFuel Recommendation FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSAdding Fuel FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSLocking swivel wheel Wheel Kit InstallationWheel assembly FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSFuel Level PRE-OPERATIONINSPECTIONEngine Oil Fuel LineRefueling OPERATIONSafe Operating Precautions Fuel RecommendationsRefueling OPERATION1.Remove the fuel tank cap A Starting the Engine OPERATIONBefore Starting the Engine DANGEROPERATION 6. To start the generator using the ignitionStarting the Engine Starting the Engine OPERATIONStopping the Engine AC Operation OPERATIONAC Operation OPERATIONAC Capacity RUNNING OPERATIONAC Capacity Wattage Reference TableDC Operation Power ManagementConnecting the Battery Charging Cable included OPERATIONOPERATION Connecting the Battery Charging CableDC Operation DC Operation Connecting the Battery Charging CableDisconnecting the Battery Charging Cable OPERATIONAir Conditioning Operation OPERATIONSMART Throttle System System Ground Standby PowerOPERATION Connections to a Building Electrical SystemHigh Altitude Use OPERATIONCarburetor Modification Alterations OPERATIONEmission Control System Information Source of EmissionsReplacement Parts Problems Affecting EmissionsOPERATION Importance of Maintenance MAINTENANCEMaintenance Safety MAINTENANCESafety Precautions Periodic Maintenance MAINTENANCEPeriodic Maintenance Chart Opening the Service Door MAINTENANCEFuel Line Inspection MAINTENANCEOpening the Service Door Fuel SystemFuel Tank Strainer MAINTENANCEOil Level Inspection MAINTENANCEEngine Oil Oil RecommendationOil Change MAINTENANCE7.Re-installthe oil drain bolt B MAINTENANCEOil Change Air Filters MAINTENANCEAir Filter Inspection Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement MAINTENANCESpark Plug Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement MAINTENANCE8.Using a wire-typefeeler gauge Accessing the Battery MAINTENANCEBattery Battery SafetySTATE OF MAINTENANCEBattery Charging Sealed Only CHARGE TIMESpark Arrestor Maintenance MAINTENANCESpark Arrestor Transportation TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGETransporting the Generator Storage TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEStorage Preparation TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Accessing the Fuel TankDraining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and Carburetor TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEFogging the Engine TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEGenerator Exercise Battery StorageStorage Precautions TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONSPOLARIS Power Generator P3000iEENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONSP3000iE POLARIS Power Generator GENERATORInverter Module DIAGRAMWIRINGEngine Will Not Turn Over TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine Lacks Power SOLUTIONEngine Pings or Knocks TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at DC Receptacle SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at AC Receptacles Engine Stops or Loses PowerPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTYABOUT THIS WARRANTY DOCUMENT WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORMWARRANTY PERIOD WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTY POLICYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTYWARRANTY EXCLUSIONS WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY POLARIS POWER GENERATOR OWNER RESPONSIBILITYIMPORTANT NOTICE WARRANTYCOMMENTS MAINTENANCE LOGSERVICE DATE/HOURSINDEX INDEX