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ITEM
Check condition. Adjust gap and
Spark Plug
clean. Replace if necessary.
Engine Oil
Check oil level.
Replace.
Air Filter
Clean, replace if necessary.
Clean fuel filter and fuel tank strainer.
Fuel Filter
Replace if necessary.
Check fuel hose for cracks or other
Fuel Line
damage. Replace if necessary.
Exhaust
Check for leakage. Retighten or
System
replace gasket if necessary.
Check muffler screen. Clean/replace
if necessary.
Carburetor
Check choke operation.
Starting
Check recoil starter operation.
System
Fittings/
Check. Replace if necessary.
Fasteners
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG
Remove the spark plug and clean the electrodes section with a
wire brush or sandpaper. Next, set the gap at .028/.031 inches (0.7-
0.8 mm) by adjusting the negative electrode. Replace the spark plug
with correct torque: 14 ft-lb (20 N.m)
Replace with only the same type of spark plug which
was removed. An improper spark plug can cause the
engine to overheat, emit smoke, or otherwise perform
poorly.
OIL TYPE
Use new good quality oil, SJ or later service category. The oil
to be used depends upon the temperature at which the engine is
operated:
Below 32° F (0° C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAE 10W, 10W-30, or 10W-40
32 to 80° F (0 to 25° C) . . . . . . . . . . .SAE 20W, 10W-30, or 10W-40
80 to 95° F (25 to 35° C) . . . . . . . . . .SAE 30W, 10W-30, or 10W-40
Above 95° F (35° C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAE 40W
OIL REPLACEMENT
1.
Change oil while engine is warm.
2.
Place the generator unit on a level surface.
3.
Remove the oil filler cap.
4.
Open the oil drain plug and let oil drain completely into a pan
placed under the engine.
5.
Check gaskets. Replace if required.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Daily (Before
NOTES
operation)
11
Initial
20 hours
6.
Reinstall the oil drain plug and refill engine with clean oil.
7.
Replace the oil filler cap.
AIR FILTER CLEANING
1.
Unscrew the air filter cover.
2.
Remove filter element and wash well in solvent.
3.
Pour a small amount of oil onto the filter element and gently
squeeze out any excess oil.
4.
Replace the filter element and air filter cover.
5.
Be sure the filter cover seals properly all around.
FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE FILTER CLEANING
1.
Remove the cup at the bottom of the fuel shut off valve with a
small wrench.
2.
Remove the fuel shut off valve filter.
3.
Clean and wash out the filter and cup and replace.
FUEL STRAINER CLEANING
1.
Remove the plastic fuel strainer, located below the fuel tank cap.
2.
Wash the strainer in solvent and replace.
VALVE CLEARANCE
Intake — 0.1 mm - 0.15 mm (.004 inch - .006 inch)
Exhaust — 0.15 mm - 0.2 mm (.006 inch - .008 inch)
After the first 50 hours of operation, check the valve
clearance in the engine and adjust if necessary.
NOTICE: If unsure about doing this procedure or the proper tools are
not available, take the generator to the nearest service center to have
the valve clearance adjusted. This is a very important procedure to
ensure longest life for the engine.
Every
Every
50 hours
100 hours
Customer Hotline 1-800-445-1805
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