Maintenance Chart - Porter-Cable N030679 Instruction Manual

mAINTENANCE ChART

procedure
Clean generator's exterior
Check oil level
Change oil
Clean air filter
Clean spark plugs
Check fuel line, hose clamps and fuel tank
Oil leak inspection
Sediment cup
Clean fuel tank and filter
Check for unusual noise/vibration
Check and adjust
(.15 mm intake, .2 mm exhaust)
Prepare unit for Storage
* The engine oil must be changed after the first 20 hours or operation. Thereafter change
oil every 150 hours of operation or monthly, whichever comes first.
(1) Perform more frequently in dusty or humid conditions
(2) Contact a Customer Care Center.
GENERATOR
Cleaning
WARNING: When cleaning, use
only mild soap and a damp cloth on
plastic parts. Many household cleaners
contain chemicals
seriously damage plastic. Also, do not
use gasoline, turpentine, lacquer, paint
thinner, dry cleaning fluids or similar
products which may seriously damage
plastic parts. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part
of the tool into a liquid.
The generator should be kept clean and
dry at all times. The generator should not
be stored or operated in environments
that include excessive moisture, dust
or any corrosive vapors. If these
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 generator.
Water may enter the cooling air slots
valve clearance
which could
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Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain
idle for more then 30 days
and could possibly damage the rotor,
stator and the internal windings of the
alternator.
FUEL SEDImENT CUp
CLEANING (FIG. 1, 10)
The sediment cup prevents dirt or water,
which may be in the fuel tank from
entering the carburetor. If the engine
has not been run for a long time, the
sediment cup should be cleaned.
1. Turn the fuel shut-off valve (G) to
the OFF position (horizontal to the
ground). Remove the sediment cup
(TT), O-ring (UU) and screen (SS)
as shown.
2. Clean the sediment cup, O-ring
and screen in nonflammable or
high flash point solvent.
3. Reinstall O-ring , screen and
sediment cup.
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