PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Spark Plug | Check condition. Adjust gap and |
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clean. Replace if necessary. |
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Engine Oil | Check oil level. | 9 | 9 |
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Air Filter | Clean, replace if necessary. |
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Fuel Filter | Clean fuel filter and fuel tank strainer. |
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Replace if necessary. |
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Fuel Line | Check fuel hose for cracks or other | 9 |
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damage. Replace if necessary. |
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Exhaust | Check for leakage. Retighten or | 9 |
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System | replace gasket if necessary. |
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| Check muffler screen. Clean/replace |
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Carburetor | Check choke operation. | 9 |
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Starting | Check recoil starter operation. | 9 |
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Fittings/ | Check. Replace if necessary. |
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MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG
Remove the spark plug and clean the electrodes section with a wire brush or sandpaper. Next, set the gap at .028/.031 inches
Replace with only the same type of spark plug which was removed. An improper spark plug can cause the engine to overheat, emit smoke, or otherwise perform poorly.
OIL TYPE
Use new good quality oil, SJ or later service category. The oil to be used depends upon the temperature at which the engine is operated:
Below 32° F (0° C) . . . . . . . . .SAE 10W,
OIL REPLACEMENT
1.Change oil while engine is warm.
2.Place the generator unit on a level surface.
3.Remove the oil filler cap.
4.Open the oil drain plug and let oil drain completely into a pan placed under the engine.
5.Check gaskets. Replace if required.
6.Reinstall the oil drain plug and refill engine with clean oil.
7.Replace the oil filler cap.
AIR FILTER CLEANING
1.Unscrew the air filter cover.
2.Remove filter element and wash well in solvent.
3.Pour a small amount of oil onto the filter element and gently squeeze out any excess oil.
4.Replace the filter element and air filter cover.
5.Be sure the filter cover seals properly all around.
FUEL VALVE FILTER CLEANING
1.Remove the cup at the bottom of the fuel valve with a small wrench.
2.Remove the fuel valve filter.
3.Clean and wash out the filter and cup and replace.
FUEL STRAINER CLEANING
1.Remove the plastic fuel strainer, located below the fuel tank cap.
2.Wash the strainer in solvent and replace.
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