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500560-UK - 2800W RATED PORTAbLE GENERATOR
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not
worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
4. Make certain the spark plug gap is
0.024-0.031 in. (0.6-0.8 mm).
5. Refer to the spark plug types in
replacing the plug.
6. Firmly re-install the plug.
7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Air filter
1. Remove the snap-on cover holding the air filter to the
assembly.
2. Remove the foam element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry
in a clean cloth.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil.
5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess
oil.
6. Place the filter in the assembly.
7. Reattach the air filter cover and snap in place.
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor
1. Allow the engine to cool completely before servicing the
spark arrestor.
2. Remove the two or three screws (varies by model) holding
the cover plate which retains the spark arrestor to the
muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrestor screen.
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark
arrestor screen with a wire brush.
Type 1
SPARK PLUG GAP
Specifications
when
Type 2
* See your model's parts list for specified type of spark arrestor.
5. Replace the spark arrestor if it is damaged.
6. Position the spark arrestor on the muffler and attach with
the screws removed in step 2.
A
Failure to check and clean the spark arrestor will cause
degraded engine performance, recommended check every
100 hours. Improper maintenance will result in voiding any
warranty.
Federal and local laws and administrative requirements
indicate when and where spark arrestors are required.
When ordered, spark arrestors are required for operation
of this generator in National Forest lands. In California,
this generator must not be used on any forest-covered
land, brush-covered land, or grass-covered land unless the
engine is equipped with a spark arrestor.
Adjusting the Governor
A
Tampering with the factory set governor or any engine
setting will void your warranty.
The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with
the governor can damage your generator and your
electrical devices and will void your warranty. Contact our
Technical Support Team for all other service and/or adjustment
needs.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the following
maintenance schedule.
Service your generator more frequently when operating in
adverse or frequently conditions.
Contact our Technical Support Team at to locate the nearest
CPE certified service dealer for your generator or engine
maintenance needs.
EVERY 8 HOURS OR PRIOR TO EACH USE
— Check oil level
— Clean around air intake and muffler
FIRST 5 HOURS (BREAK IN)
— Change oil
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING
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