Fuel Tank System - Westpro Westinghouse WH3250 Series Service Manual

FUEL TANK SYSTEM

Fuel and its vapors are extremely fl ammable and explosive under certain conditions.
• Only refuel the generator outdoors, in a well-ventilated area.
• Never enclose the generator in any structure.
• Keep generator at least 6 feet (2 m) away from buildings, other equipment and combustible
materials during operation.
• Never fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running. Turn off the generator and allow it to cool
before fi lling with fuel.
• Never smoke or allow fl ames or sparks near the generator or where gasoline is stored.
• Never overfi ll the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the fi ller neck). After refueling, tighten
the fuel cap securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is
spilled, the area must be dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
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SERVICE AND DISASSEMBLY
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WARNING
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1 - Fuel Tank Mounting Hardware:
Tighten to 89 in-lb (10 N·m).
2 - Fuel Gauge: When installing, check
fl oat for proper operation.
3 - Fuel Cap: Check cap gasket and
replace if cracked. Ensure chain is
attached.
4 - Fuel Strainer: Check that fuel strainer
is clean and undamaged.
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5 - Fuel Shutoff Valve and Sediment
Bowl: Clean passages if clogged. When
installing, tighten fi tting in fuel tank to
17 ft-lb (24 N·m). When cleaning fuel
sediment bowl, see Cleaning the Fuel
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Sediment Bowl on page 7-7.
6 - Fuel Line: Check for cracks or damage.
Secure line with hose clamps.
7 - Vapor Line: Check for cracks or
damage. Secure line with hose clamps.
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