Checking And Adjusting Valve Lash; Cleaning The Inverter; Storage - Westinghouse WH2200iXLT User Manual

MAINTENANCE
5. Insert a feeler gauge between the rocker arm and
the push rod and check for clearance (see Figure
54). See Table 2 for valve lash specifications.
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Figure 54
1 - Push Rod
2 - Rocker Arm
3 - Feeler Gauge
Area
Table 2: Standard Valve Lash
Intake
0.0035 – 0.0043 in.
(0.09 – 0.11 mm)
6. If an adjustment is required, hold the adjusting nut
and loosen the jam nut.
7. Turn the adjusting nut to obtain the correct valve
lash. When the valve lash is correct, hold the
adjusting nut and tighten the jam nut to 106 in-lb
(12 N·m).
8. Recheck the valve lash after tightening the jam nut.
9. Perform this procedure for both the intake and
exhaust valves.
10. Install the rocker arm cover, gasket and spark plug.
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3
2
4
5
4 - Jam Nut
5 - Adjusting Nut
Exhaust
0.0043 – 0.0051 in.
(0.11 – 0.13 mm)

CLEANING THE INVERTER

It is important to inspect and clean the inverter before
every use.
Clean All Engine Air Inlet and Outlet Ports – Make
sure all engine air inlet and outlet ports are clean of any
dirt and debris to ensure the engine does not run hot.

STORAGE

!
WARNING
Never store an inverter with fuel in the
tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area where the fumes can come in
contact with an ignition source such
as a: 1) pilot light of a stove, water
heater, clothes dryer or any other gas
appliance; or 2) spark from an electric
appliance.
NOTICE
Gasoline stored for as little as 60 days can go bad,
causing gum, varnish and corrosive buildup in fuel
lines, fuel passages and the engine. This corrosive
buildup restricts the flow of fuel, preventing an engine
from starting after a prolonged storage period.
Proper care should be taken to prepare the inverter for
any storage.
1. Clean the inverter as outlined in Cleaning the
Inverter
2. Siphon all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as
possible.
3. Start the engine and allow the inverter to run until
all the remaining gasoline in the fuel lines and
carburetor is consumed and the engine shuts off.
4. Drain any remaining fuel from the float bowl.
5. Change the oil
6. Remove the spark plug and place about 1
tablespoon of oil in the spark plug opening. While
placing a clean rag over the spark plug opening,
slowly pull the recoil handle to allow the engine to
turn over several times. This will distribute the oil
and protect the cylinder wall from corroding during
storage.
7. Replace the spark plug.
8. Move the inverter to a clean, dry place for
storage.