Maintenance - MULTIQUIP Power MQP20P Operation And Parts Manual

Table 11. inspection/Maintenance
Check Engine Fluid Levels
Check Air Cleaner
Check Battery Acid Level
Check Fan Belt Condition
Check for Leaks
Check for Loose Parts
Replace Engine Oil and Filter *
engine
Clean Air Filter
Check Fuel Filter/Water Separator Bowl
Clean Unit, Inside and Outside
Change Fuel Filter
Clean Radiator and Check Coolant Level*
Replace Air Filter Element *
Check all Hoses and Clamps *
Clean Inside of Fuel Tank
Measure Insulation Resistance Over 3M ohms
generator
Check Rotor Rear Support Bearing
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geNeRal iNSpeCTiON
Prior to each use, the generator should be cleaned and
inspected for deficiencies. Check for loose, missing or
damaged nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. Also check for
fuel, oil, and coolant leaks. Use Table 11 as a general
maintenance guideline. For engine maintenance, refer to
the engine instruction manual.
aiR FilTeR
Every 250 hours: Remove air filter element (Figure 23) and
clean the filter element with low pressure compressed air.
Air pressure must not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). The filter
can be cleaned and reused for up to six times if properly
cleaned. Replace air filter if rips or tears are detected while
cleaning.
air Filter Dust indicator
The air filter indicator (Figure 23) is attached to the air filter.
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Replace engine oil and filter at 100 hours, first time only.
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Add "Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCA's)" to recharge the engine coolant.
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3 Replace primary air filter element when restriction indicator shows a vacuum of 625 mm (25 in. H20).
If blowby hose needs to be replaced, ensure that the slope of the blowby hose is at least a 1/2 inch per
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foot, with no sags or dips that could collect moisture and/or oil.
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When the air filter element is clogged, air intake restriction
becomes greater and the air filter indicator signal shows
ReD. When indicator is red, replace filter immediately. After
changing the air filter, press the air filter indicator button
to reset.

MaIntEnanCE

10 Hrs
250 Hrs 500 Hrs
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Air Filter
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Figure 23. Air Filter/Indicator
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Air Filter
Indicator