Maintenance - Troy-Bilt 1919 Owner's Manual

GENERAL HAmNTENANCE
RECOHHENDATmONS
The Owner/Operator is responsible for making surethat
all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely
basis; that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit
is kept dean and property stored. NEVER operate
a
damaged or defective generators
Engine Maintenance
See engine owner's manual for instructions.
CAUTION
. Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
. Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and wateK
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T
POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN
USED OILTO COLLECTION CENTERS.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean
and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry
environment where it will not be exposed to excessive
dust_ dirL moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air
slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow,
leaves or any other foreign material.
NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator.
'Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. In
addition, if water enters generator through cooling air slots,
some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of
the rotor and starer winding insulation.VVater and dirt
buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually
decrease the insulation resistance of these windings.
Generator Cieanin_
o Use
a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
o Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.
o Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
o Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow
away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on
generator.These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors,
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
Data tag information is very important if you need help from
our Customer Service Department or an authorized service
dealer.
o The data tag (Figure 9) is located either on the heat shield
or engine support on the muffler side of the generator.
For future reference, please copy the model, revision, and
serial number of the generator in the space below.
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MODEL
REV NO
SERIAL
AC VOLTS
AC AMPS
AC WATTS
DO VOLTS
DC AMPS
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Here
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Number Here
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Single Phase / 60 Hz / 3600RPM
Rated at 40° C / Class F nsu ati0n
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