GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your generator.
GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times. The generator should not be stored or operated in enviroments that include excessive moisture, dust or any corrosive vapors. Ifthese substances are on the generator, clean with a cloth or soft bristle brush. Do not use a garden hose or anything with water pressure to clean the genera- tor. Water may enter the cooling air slots and could possi- bly damage the rotor, stator and the internal windings of the gen head.
All adjustments in the Maintenance section of this manual should be made at least once each season.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Oil
•Oil level should be checked prior to each use and at least every 5 hours of operation. To check oil see Adding Engine Oil on page 12.
Changing Engine Oil
For a new engine, change oil after the first 2 operating hours. Thereafter, change oil after every 50 hours of operation.
Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities. Make sure the engine is level when filling, checking or changing oil.
Change the oil as follows:
•To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc. out of the engine, clean the area around the drain plug and dipstick before removing it.
Remove the oil drain plug and dipstick. Tilt the engine slightly towards the oil drain to obtain better drainage. Be sure to allow ample time for complete drainage.
OIL | DRAIN |
PLUG | |
OIL DRAIN | OIL FILL |
Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened securely.
•Fill the crankcase with new oil of the proper type (See Adding Oil Section), to the Full mark on the dipstick. Always check the level with the dipstick before adding more oil.
•Reinstall the oil fill cap or plug and tighten securely.
Service Air Cleaner
NOTE: Do not use petroleum solvents, e.g., kerosene, which will cause the cartridge to deteriorate. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage the cartridge.
To service air cleaner follow these steps:
1.Unscrew wing nut. Remove cover and air cleaner cartridge.
2.Remove cartridge from cover.
To service cartridge, clean by tapping gently on a flat service. Do not oil cartridge. Replace if dirty or damaged.
3.Replace air cleaner cartridge. Place cover over cartridge and tighten nut finger tight and then turn it one more complete turn.
PAPER FILTER
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BASE | NG NUT |
Clean Guard/Muffler
Do not clean with a forceful spray of water because water could contaminate fuel system. With a brush or cloth clean finger guard after every use to prevent engine damage caused by overheating.
CLEAN
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