Westinghouse WGen11500TFc User Manual page 30

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 34.
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 FUEL TANK AND
CARBURETOR FLOAT BOWL
See Figures 35 - 36.
WARNING
tainer 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 var-
nish 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.
l Disconnect the propane hose from the LP gas cylinder
and the generator or disconnect the natural gas hose
from the natural gas supply line and the generator.
Todrainthefloatbowl:
l Turn the fuel selector switch to the FUEL OFF
position and close the fuel valve.
l Place a drain hose (not included) on the bottom of the
carburetor float bowl as shown.
l Place the bottom end of the drain hose (not included)
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 Remove the drain hose (not included).
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ALWAYS store gasoline in a con-
FIG. 34
A - Spark arrestor
B - Screen
C - Bracket
D - Screws
FIG. 35
A - Drain screw
B - Drain hose (not included)
C
D
A
B
A
B