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XP20HP REV: XP20HP_servicemanual_rev01112023 5800 Ontario Mills Pkwy This manual provides information regarding the Ontario, CA 91764 USA operation and maintenance of these products. We www.duromaxpower.com have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the Call our Customer Care Team Toll Free 8-5pm PST Mon-Fri information in this manual.
CONTENTS Maintenance and Care Maintenance Schedule ....................4 Break-In Period ....................... 5 High Altitude Operation ....................5 Checking the Oil ......................6 Changing the Oil ......................7 Changing the Air Filter ....................8 Spark Plug Maintenance ....................10 Emptying the Gas Tank ....................12 Storing the Engine for Same Day Use ................
MAINTENANCE AND CARE Proper routine maintenance of your engine is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. WARNING: Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously injured or killed. Always follow the inspection, maintenance recommendations, and schedules in this instruction manual.
Operation at altitudes below 3,000 feet (900 meters) with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage. Note: Jet kits available for purchase upon request, please contact us at 844-DUROMAX to set up your parts order.
(see “Adding Oil” portion of the “Maintenance” section). The oil will be visible in the oil fill spout when full. Be sure to replace the cap when finished checking oil. Model Number XP20HP Engine Oil Capacity 40.5 fl. oz (1.2 L)
Changing the Oil CAUTION: Worn out or dirty oil does not cool the engine properly and can lead to catastrophic engine damage. In addition to regular oil changes, it is necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase if it has become contaminated with water or dirt.
Remove old filter element Remove the wing nut on top of the air filter element and slide filter element off center bolt. This filter is paper and is not reusable. Please call 1-844-DUROMAX to order a replacement filter for your engine.
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Replace new filter element Slide new filter element over center bolt, and replace wing nut. Tighten wing nut hand tight to keep filter in place. Replace filter cover Replace plastic air filter cover over the air filter base. Secure filter cover Fasten the air filter cover with the air filter cover wing nut and tighten about hand tight.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE (CONTINUED) Spark Plug Maintenance The spark plug is important for proper engine operation. SPARK PLUG A good spark plug should be intact, free of deposits, and CONSULT MANUAL properly gapped. BEFORE REMOVING CAUTION: Improper maintenance may cause reduced fuel economy, misfires, trouble starting, or damage to the spark plug threads.
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Measure plug gap Measure the plug gap with a gauge. The gap should be 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in). Clean and re-gap If you are re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base and then re-gap the spark plug.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE (CONTINUED) Emptying the Gas Tank If you have been using gasoline in your engine, before storing your engine for extended periods of time you should drain your engine fuel tank of gasoline. CAUTION: Do not store fuel from one season to another.
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Turn fuel valve ON and drain Turn the fuel valve to “ON” and allow gasoline to drain into the container until the gas tank is empty. Shut fuel valve OFF Once the gasoline is fully drained, move the fuel valve back to the “OFF”...
MAINTENANCE AND CARE (CONTINUED) Storing the Engine for Same Day Use Run the engine Allow the engine to run for 3-5 minutes. Turn engine switch to OFF Flip the switch down to the “OFF” position to shut the engine off. Store engine After the engine shuts off and cools, then you can store the engine.
Storing the Engine for Use Within 30 Days Run the engine Allow the engine to run for 3-5 minutes. Shut fuel valve OFF and run dry Shut the fuel valve “OFF” and allow engine to run until it stalls out. Turn the engine switch OFF Flip the switch down to the “OFF”...
MAINTENANCE AND CARE (CONTINUED) Storing the Engine for Longer Than 30 Days Run the engine Allow the engine to run for 3-5 minutes. Shut fuel valve OFF and run dry Shut the fuel valve “OFF” and allow engine to run until it stalls out.
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Remove spark plug Remove spark plug as shown in “Spark Plug Maintenance” on page 10. Add oil to cylinder Add 2 tablespoons of 10W-30 motor oil directly into the spark plug hole, and pull the recoil to lubricate cylinder. After lubricating cylinder reinstall the spark plug as shown in “Spark Plug Maintenance”...
SPECIFICATIONS Displacement 500cc Fuel Type ≥87 octane, ≤10% ethanol, unleaded gasoline Dry Weight 77 lbs Maximum Torque 22.87 ft. lb @ 2500 rpm Compression Ratio 8.5:1 Bore X Stroke 94 mm x 72 mm Engine Oil Capacity 40.5 oz. (1.2 L) Fuel Tank Capacity 1.35 gal.
TROUBLESHOOTING Mode Description Solution Engine switch is “OFF” Set engine switch to “ON” Fuel valve is “OFF” Turn fuel valve to “ON” Choke is open Close the choke Engine is out of fuel Add fuel Engine will not start Fuel is old or contaminated Change fuel Spark plug is dirty Clean spark plug...
MAINTENANCE LOG Maintenance Log As a best practice it’s recommended to keep a log of the engine hours and maintenance to ensure your engine is always operating to its full potential. Date Engine Hours Maintenance Performed...
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MAINTENANCE LOG (CONTINUED) Date Engine Hours Maintenance Performed...
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Date Engine Hours Maintenance Performed...
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MAINTENANCE LOG (CONTINUED) Date Engine Hours Maintenance Performed...
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Date Engine Hours Maintenance Performed...
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