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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
Turn the unit off and allow it to cool a minimum of 30 minutes before storage. Keep the unit upright. Do not store
the generator on its side. Drain fuel before storing the unit. Store the unit and the fuel separately in well-ventilated
areas away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other sources of ignition.
NOTICE
corrosive buildup in fuel lines, fuel passages, and the engine. This corrosive buildup restricts the flow of
fuel, which can prevent the engine from starting after a prolonged storage period. The use of fuel stabilizer
significantly increases the storage life of gasoline. Full-time use of fuel stabilizer is recommended. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for use.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 1 month
2 to 6 months
6 months or longer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend the service life of the generator. Follow the hourly or
calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions
as noted below.
NOTE: If your product has a separate engine manual, disregard the information in this chart and follow
the instructions in the engine manual.
Each Use
Check Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
1
Clean Air Filter
2
Inspect/Clean
Spark Arrestor
Inspect/Clean
Spark Plug
Inspect/Adjust
Valve Clearance
3
Replace
Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter
Replace Fuel Filter
Change oil every month when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
1
Clean more often under dirty or dusty conditions. Replace air filter if it cannot be adequately cleaned.
2
Recommend service to be performed by authorized Westinghouse service dealer.
3
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Gasoline stored for as little as 30 days can deteriorate, causing gum, varnish, and
RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Drain the carburetor float bowl. (Store gasoline in an approved gasoline container or dis-
pose of it according to state and local ordinances.)
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Drain the carburetor float bowl and the fuel tank.(Store gasoline in an approved gasoline
container or dispose of it according to state and local ordinances.)
Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug cylinder. Gently pull the recoil handle to
slowly turn the engine and distribute the lubricant. Reinstall the spark plug
Change the engine oil.
Before
After First 25 Hours
or First Month
X
X
After 50 Hours or
After 100 Hours or
Every Six Months
Every Six Months
X
X
After 300 Hours
or Every Year
X
X
X
X
X
X
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