Westinghouse iGen11000DFc User Manual page 27

MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 24.
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 25 - 27.
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.
Todrainthefloatbowl:
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.
Torunthefloatbowldry:
l Start the generator as described earlier.
ALWAYS store gasoline in a con-
FIG. 24
A - Spark arrestor
B - Screen
C - Screws
D - Bracket
FIG. 25
A
A - Gasoline OFF
FIG. 26
A
A - Drain screw
B - Drain hose
A
B
C
D
B
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