Powermate P1204 owner manual Engine AIR Filter Change, Battery Maintenanc E

ENGINE AIR FILTER CHANGE

The generator engine is equipped with a dry element air filter to block particles in the combustion air from getting into the engine and causing excessive engine wear. Over time this dirt builds-up on the filter, restricting the amount of combustion air available to the engine, in turn leading to a loss of generator power output. To avoid these problems, periodic replacement of the engine air filter is recommended at the intervals outline in the service schedule table on page 22. To change the air filter, follow the listed steps.

CAUTION

•Never run this equipment without the complete air filter installed on the engine. Failure to do so will result in premature engine wear and significantly reduced engine life.

1.Remove the air filter cover (A) by turning the air filter cover nut (B) counterclockwise.

2.Remove the air filter (C).

3.Place a new air filter back onto the center stud.

4.Replace the air filter cover and air filter nut and tighten.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

WARNING

•Read and understand all warnings and cautions on page 16 of this manual before preceding with any battery maintenance.

Correctly maintaining the battery at regular intervals is vital to ensure consistent engine starting. Poorly maintained batteries loose charge over time and may not provide enough power to crank the engine fast enough for reliable starts. The steps below are suggested to care for the battery and charger.

1.Keep the battery cable clamps (D) at the battery posts tight and free of corrosion. Replace the battery cables if cracks are found in the clamps.

3.Check and adjust the level of battery electrolyte according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions if not using a “maintenance-free” battery. If electrolyte is low, add only distilled water to the battery. Do not add tap water to the battery.

4.Insure the battery charger (E) is powered and functioning properly. A correctly operating battery charger displays lights on the face of the charger to relay the state of the charger. Refer to Table A on page 26 to assess the mode the charger is operating in.

Fig. E

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