Section 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting; Maintenance Recommendations; Maintenance Schedule; Preventive Maintenance - Generac Power Systems PowerMate 1020 Owner's Manual

Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance Recommendations

Regular maintenance
performance and extend water pump life. See
an Authorized Dealer for service.
Water pump warranty does not cover items
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full warranty value, operator must
maintain water pump as instructed in this
manual, including proper storage as detailed
in Storage.
NOTE: Call 1-800-445-1805 with questions
about component replacement.

Maintenance Schedule

Follow maintenance
whichever occurs first according to use.
NOTE: Adverse conditions will require
more frequent service.
NOTE: All required
adjustments should be each season as
detailed in the following chart.
Before Each Use
Check engine oil level
Check air cleaner
Check and retighten fasteners
After Each Use
Drain water from pump
Every 3 Months or 25 Hours
Clean air filter*
Every 50 Hours
Change oil ǂ
Every Year or 100 Hours
Check and adjust spark plug
Check valve clearance
* Service more often in dusty or dirty conditions.
ǂ Change oil every 8 hours during the first 24
hours of operation, and every 50 hours
thereafter.
10
will improve
schedule intervals,
service and

Preventive Maintenance

Dirt or debris can cause improper operation
and equipment damage. Clean water pump
daily or before each use. Keep area around
and behind muffler free from combustible
debris.
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces
clean.
• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on
dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and
debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi [172
kPa]) may be used to blow away dirt.

Engine Maintenance

Accidental start-up. Disconnect spark plug wires when
working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death or
serious injury.

Engine Oil Recommendations

Only high-quality detergent oils classified for
service SJ or higher are recommended. DO
NOT use special additives.
Climate determines
viscosity. See chart to select correct viscosity.
– Above 40°F (4°C), use SAE 30
– Below 40°F (4°C) and down to 10°F
(-12°C) use 10W-30
– All temperatures, use synthetic 5W-30.
10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30
Figure 4-1. Recommended Oil
Owner's Manual for Water Pump
WARNING
proper engine
SAE 30
(000141)
oil
000399