Air Filter Maintenance - Honeywell HW7500EL - Portable Generator Owner's Manual

Slowly pour gasoline into fuel tank. Be careful not to
4.
overfill.
FIGURE 29: Fuel Level
Reinstall fuel tank cap and fully tighten.
5.
NOTE:
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Occasional, light spark knock, "pinging", or rattling noise
is normal while operating under heavy loads. If spark
knock, pinging, or rattling occurs at a steady engine
speed, under normal load, drain fuel (page 27) and refill
with fresh gasoline. If noise persists, see an authorized
generator dealer.
Running engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can
cause engine damage. Warranty does not cover parts
damaged by misuse.

Air Filter Maintenance

A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to carburetor, which may
cause poor engine performance or damage.
Never run the generator without air cleaner assembly prop-
erly attached.
Clean air cleaner filter every 50 hours of generator opera-
tion. If operating generator in extremely dusty areas, clean
air filter more frequently.
Gasoline and flammable solvents can cause fire or
explosion. NEVER use gasoline or flammable sol-
vent to clean air cleaner element.
• Use only household soap and water to clean air
cleaner element.
To clean air filter, you will need:
Household soap and water
Clean, dry cloth
Clean engine oil
Stop engine if it is running.
1.
HW7500E Portable Generator Owner's Manual
Remove air cleaner cover.
2.
FIGURE 30: Air Cleaner Cover
Turn thumbscrew counterclock wise to loosen and
2A.
remove.
Push upward at bottom of cover to release plastic
2B.
tabs.
FIGURE 31: Air Cleaner Cover—Release Tabs
Pull out foam air filter.
3.
FIGURE 32: Air Filter Removal
Wash air filter in a solution of household soap and
4.
warm water.
Rinse air filter thoroughly.
5.
Using a clean, absorbent cloth, squeeze air cleaner
6.
element dry, being careful not to twist or tear the filter.
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