Spark Plug Inspection - GENMAX GM1200i User Manual

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WARNING
Please shut down the engine first before performing any maintenance. The engine shall be placed in a
horizontal position. In order to prevent the engine from starting up, separate spark plug cap shall be
separated from spark plug.
Do not use it indoors or use it in a tunnel, cave or other places ventilated poorly. Make sure that work area
is well ventilated. Exhaust gas from the engine contains toxic gases, carbon oxides, and the inhalation can
cause shock, loss of consciousness, and even death.
1

Spark plug inspection

Spark plug is an important part of the generator, which must be inspected regularly.
1.
Remove decorative cover and spark plug cap of
the generator;
2.
Insert the screwdriver into the sleeve, to screw it
counterclockwise, and then remove the spark
plug;
3.
Check whether there is discoloration, and remove carbon deposits.Check
whether there is little pale to moderate brown on ceramic cores around
center electrode of the spark plug;
4.
Check the model of spark plug and clearance.
Standard spark: A5RTC
Spark plug gap: 0.7-0.8mm
Tip: The spark plug clearance is required to be measured by line thickness gauge, which shall be adjusted if
necessary.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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0.7~0.8mm

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