Service Spark Plugs; Clean Air Cooling System And Oil Cooler Fins; When Calling For Assistance; Storage - Briggs & Stratton 040375-02 Operator's Manual

Service Spark Plugs

Changing the spark plugs will help your engine to start
easier and run better.
1. Clean area around spark plugs.
2. Remove and inspect spark plugs.
3. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and
reset spark plug gap to recommended gap if
necessary (see Specifications).
4. Replace spark plugs if electrodes are pitted, burned
or porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended
replacement spark plugs. See Specifications.
5. Install spark plugs and tighten to 180 in/lbs (20 Nm).

Clean Air Cooling System and Oil Cooler Fins

Over time debris may accumulate in cylinder cooling
fins and cannot be observed without partial engine
disassembly. Unobstructed air flow is critical for correct
generator operation. For this reason, we recommend
you have an authorized service dealer clean the cooling
system per recommended intervals (see Maintenance
Schedule in the Maintenance section). Equally important
is to keep top of engine free from debris. Make sure the oil
cooler fins are free of dirt and debris. Also see Cleaning.

When Calling for Assistance

You must have the following information at hand
if it is necessary to contact a local service center
regarding service or repair of this unit:
1. Obtain the unit Model Number and Serial Number
from the unit ID label. See Controls for location of
the label or refer to the information recorded on the
inside front cover of the installation manual.
2. Obtain the engine identification numbers from the
engine label. See Controls for location of the label
or refer to the information recorded on the inside
front cover of the installation manual.

Storage

The home generator system is designed for long term
service as a backup generator. There is no need to take
any storage precautions. However, if it becomes necessary
to take the system out of service for an extended period,
call Technical Services at 888 575-8226, between 8:00
AM and 5:00 PM CT for specific recommendations.
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