Maintenance - Homelite HGCA3000 Series Operator's Manual

STORAGE
When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool completely then follow the guidelines below.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 2 months  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
2 months to 1 year  Drain fuel from carburetor.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
1 year or more  Drain fuel from the carburetor.
 Remove spark plug.
 Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local
 Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the pull
 Reinstall spark plug.
 Change engine lubricant.
After removal from storage:
 Fill with fresh gasoline.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check Engine Lubricant
Change Engine Lubricant
Check Air Filter
Clean Air Filter
Change Air Filter
Check/Adjust Spark Plug
Replace Spark Plug
Check/Adjust Idle Speed
Check/Adjust Valve
Clearance*
Clean Fuel Tank and
Filter*
Check Fuel Tube
* These items should only be carried out by an authorized service center.
NOTE: Maintenance should be performed more frequently when generator is used in dusty areas.
When generator has exceeded the maximum figures specified in the table, maintenance should still be cycled
according to the intervals of time or hours stated herein.

MAINTENANCE

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After 1st month
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each use
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PRIOR TO STORING
Every 3 months
or 50 hours of
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Every 6 months Every year or
or 100 hours after 300 hours
of operation of operation
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