Stopping The Generator; Maintenance/Care; Recommended Maintenance Schedule; Cleaning The Generator - Sportsman GEN1100 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE/CARE

Proper routine maintenance of this generator is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will help prolong the life of this generator
as well as help reduce air pollution. Perform maintenance checks and procedures according to the schedule in Figure 7.
Never perform maintenance procedures while this generator is running. Allow this generator to cool before commencing any maintenance
procedures. Keep heat, sparks and flame away.
Improper maintenance and/or failure to correct any problems prior to operating this generator can cause a malfunction which could cause
death or serious injury. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this manual.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Engine Oil Check Level
Replace
Air Filter Check
Clean
Fuel Filler Cap Clean
Spark Plug Check/Clean
Fuel Tank Verify Gas Level
Clean

Cleaning the Generator

Always try to use this generator in a cool dry place. If this generator becomes dirty, the exterior can be cleaned with a damp cloth, soft brush,
vacuum and/or pressurized air.
Never clean this generator with a bucket of water and/or a hose as water can get inside and cause a short circuit or corrosion.
Never use gasoline to clean parts of this generator.
Checking the Oil Level
It is important to check the oil level in the engine crankcase before each use to ensure that there is a sufficient quantity.
To check the oil level:
1. Verify that this generator is shut down and on a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine.
3. With a dry cloth, wipe the oil off of the dipstick that is located on the inside of the cap.
4. Insert the dipstick as if replacing the cap and then remove again. There should be oil on the dipstick. If there is no oil on the dipstick, or oil is
visible only at the very end of the dipstick, add oil until the engine crankcase is filled.
5. Confirm that the oil filler/dipstick cap is properly in place when finished verifying the oil level.
Model GEN1100 1500 Surge Watts / 1100 Running Watts Portable Generator
Each Use Every Month or
Each 20 Hrs
X
X
X
X
Figure 7 - Recommended maintenance schedule
Every 3 Months or Every 6 Months or
Each 50 Hrs Each 100 Hrs
X
Every Year or
Each 300 Hrs
X
X
X
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