Generac Power Systems 7117 Owner's Manual page 17

9. To check oil level, remove funnel and
insert dipstick into oil filler neck without
screwing it in. See
10. Remove dipstick and verify oil level is
within safe operating range.
NOTE: Verify oil level often during filling pro-
cess to ensure overfilling does not occur.
11. Replace oil fill cap and hand-tighten.
12. Wipe up any spilled oil.
13. Replace side cover and screws.
14. Properly dispose of oil in accordance with
all applicable regulations.
Air Filter
Engine will not run properly and may be dam-
aged if run with a dirty air filter. Service air fil-
ter more frequently in dirty or dusty conditions.
To service air filter:
1. Remove screws and side cover. See
ure 4-3.
2. Unscrew bolt (A) and remove air filter
cover. See Figure
3. Wash filter (B) in soapy water. Squeeze
dry in clean cloth (DO NOT TWIST).
4. Clean air filter cover before installation.
5. Replace side cover and screws.
NOTE: To order a new air filter, contact the
nearest authorized service center at 1-888-
436-3722.
A
Figure 4-5. Air Filter Assembly
Service Spark Plug
To service spark plug:
1. Remove spark plug cover. See
2. Clean area around spark plug.
3. Remove and inspect spark plug.
4. Inspect electrode gap with wire feeler
gauge and reset spark plug gap to 0.6 -
0.7mm (0.024 - 0.028 in). See
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Figure 4-2.
4-5.
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NOTE: Replace spark plug if electrodes are
pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use
ONLY recommended replacement plug. See
Product Specifications.
5. Install spark plug finger tight, and tighten
an additional 3/8 to 1/2 turn using spark
plug wrench.
Fig-
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester
NOTE: It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or oper-
ate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-
covered, or grass-covered land unless the
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, main-
tained in effective working order. Other states
or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contact original equipment manufacturer,
retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester
designed for exhaust system installed on this
engine.
NOTE: Use ONLY original equipment replace-
ment parts.
Inspect muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove spark arrester, if equipped,
inspect for damage or carbon blockage.
Replace parts as required.
Inspect Spark Arrester Screen
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
2-1.
Clean Spark Arrestor Screen
The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arres-
tor screen. Inspect and clean the screen every
4-6.
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever comes first.
To service spark arrestor:
1. See
remove retainer.
2. Slide spark arrestor screens out from the
muffler outlet tube.
3. Inspect screens and replace if torn, perfo-
rated or otherwise damaged. Do NOT use
a defective screen. If screen is not dam-
aged, clean with a commercial solvent.
Figure 4-6. Spark Plug
WARNING
Figure 4-7. Remove the clamp to
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