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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 17.
Check and clean the spark arrestor according to the
figures specified in the maintenance schedule or the
engine manual (if applicable). Failure to clean the spark
arrestor will result in degraded engine performance.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for
30 minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-
ventilated area.
l Remove the two screws securing the spark arrestor
bracket.
l Remove the bracket, screen, and spark arrestor from
the generator.
l Gently clean the screen and spark arrestor using a wire
brush.
l Reinstall the spark arrestor, screen, and bracket.
Tighten screws securely.
DRAINING
THE
CARBURETOR FLOAT BOWL
See Figures 18 - 20.
WARNING
a container approved for gasoline. Unapproved
containers can break or deteriorate allowing
gasoline or gasoline vapors to escape which can
create a serious hazard.
Even properly stabilized fuel can leave residue and
cause corrosion if left long term. If storing the generator
for two to six months, drain the float bowl to prevent
gum and varnish buildup in the carburetor. If storing
the generator for longer than six months, drain the
fuel tank to prevent fuel separation, deterioration, and
deposits in the fuel system.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for
30 minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-
ventilated area.
To drain the float bowl:
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the GASOLINE
OFF
position.
l Remove the engine service cover.
l Locate the drain hose extending from the bottom of the
carburetor float bowl.
l Place the bottom end of the hose outside the generator
into an approved gasoline container to catch the drained
fuel.
l Loosen the float bowl drain screw and allow the fuel to
drain. Tighten the float bowl drain screw.
l Route the drain hose between the air cleaner housing
and the engine service cover. Install the engine service
cover.
FUEL
TANK
ALWAYS store gasoline in
FIG. 17
A - Spark Arrestor
B - Screen
C - Screws
AND
D - Bracket
FIG. 18
A
A - Drain Screw
B - Drain Hose
A
C
D
B
B
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