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3.3.4 CHECKING OIL LEVEL
See the "Before Starting the Generator" section for information on
checking the oil level. The oil level should be checked before each
use, or at least every eight hours of operation. Keep the oil level
maintained (Figure 11).
Figure 11 - Oil Drain, Check & Fill
Oil Drain
3.3.5 CHANGING THE OIL
Change the oil after the first eight hours of operation, then every 100
hours thereafter. If running this unit under dirty or dusty conditions, or
in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often.
Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool
before draining oil. Avoid prolonged or repeated
skin exposure with used oil. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap.
Whenever possible, run engine for approximately five (5) minutes
to get the engine oil hot. This will aid in draining the oil.
Use the following instructions to change the oil while the engine
is still warm:
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Clean area around oil drain plug.
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Remove oil drain plug from engine and oil fill plug to drain oil
completely into a suitable container.
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When oil has completely drained, install oil drain plug and tighten
securely.
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Fill oil sump with recommended oil. (See "Before Starting the
Generator" for oil recommendations).
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Wipe up any spilled oil.
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Dispose of used oil at a proper collection center.
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Section 3 — Maintenance
Portable Generator System
Oil Check & Fill
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3.3.6 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
Use spark plug F6TC, NGK BPR4ES or Champioin RN14YC.
Replace the plug once each year. This will help the engine start
easier and run better.
1. Stop the engine and pull the spark plug wire off of the spark
plug.
2. Clean the area around the spark plug and remove it from the
cylinder head.
3. Set the spark plug's gap to 0.70-0.80 mm (0.028-0.031 in.).
Install the correctly gapped spark plug into the cylinder head and
torque to 15 ft/lbs. (Figure 12).
Figure 12 - Spark Plug Gap
3.3.7 SPARK ARRESTOR
1. Shut off generator and allow the engine and muffler to cool down
completely before servicing spark arrestor (located on the back
of the muffler).
2. Remove the clamp and spark arrestor screen.
3. Clean the spark arrestor screen with a small wire brush.
4. Replace the spark arrestor if it is damaged.
5. Installation of the spark arrestor screen is the reverse of the
removal.
3.4 SERVICE AIR FILTER
The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if using a dirty
air filter. Clean the air filter once a year (Figure 13). Clean or replace
more often if operating under dusty conditions.
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Remove air filter cover.
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Wash in soapy water. Squeeze filter dry in clean cloth (DO NOT
TWIST).
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Clean air filter cover before re-installing it.
To order a new air filter, please contact the nearest authorized
service center at 1-888-436-3722.
NOTE:
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