Air Filter Maintenance; Spark Plug Maintenance; Storage/Transport Procedures - Sportsman GENTRi9K Instruction Manual

Air Filter Maintenance

Occasionally verify that the air filter is free of excessive dirt. The air filter will require more frequent cleaning when operating this generator in
extremely dusty areas.
1. Unhinge the clasps at the top and bottom of the air filter cover as shown in Figure 14.
2. Remove the sponge-like elements from the casing.
3. Wipe the dirt from inside the empty air filter casing.
4. Wash the sponge-like elements in household detergent and warm water. Do not use gasoline or a flammable solvent.
5. Allow the sponge-like elements to dry thoroughly.
6. Soak the dry sponge-like elements in engine oil. Squeeze out any excess oil. The engine will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in
the air filter.
7. Replace the sponge-like elements in the air filter casing (the fine element first) and replace the cover.
Figure 14 - Air Filter Casing. Figure 16 - Locating the Spark Plug

Spark Plug Maintenance

This Generator uses a spark plug model F6RTC. Comparable model spark plug is Champion RN9YC. (Figure 16)

STORAGE/TRANSPORT PROCEDURES

Never place any type of storage cover on this generator while it is still hot.
When transporting or storing this generator for extended time:
• Allow generator to fully cool before moving it. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials.
• Disconnect the battery used for the electric start feature of this generator, first disconnecting the black cable and then the red cable.
• Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position.
• Disconnect the spark plug. (See Figure 16, Locating the spark plug.)
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
• Do not drop or strike this generator while moving it.
• Store this generator in a cool dry area, free of excessive dust.
To store this generator for extended time if you have used gasoline: Drain the gasoline from the carburetor AND fuel tank.
To drain gasoline from this generator:
1. Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position and let the engine run until it stops.
2. Remove the fuel filter cup. (See "Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning" earlier in this section.)
3. Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel.
4. Place a receptacle underneath this generator to catch gasoline as it drains.
5. Turn the fuel valve to the "on" position and allow all gasoline to drain.
6. Turn the fuel valve to the "off" position.
7. Replace the fuel filter cup.
8. Store the drained gasoline in a suitable place.
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