Reactivating Generator System After Long Term Storage; Generator Maintenance And Service - Fleetwood Tioga 1988 Owner's Manual

Reactivating Generator System
After Long Term Storage
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Remove all covers and protective wrappings.
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Wipe off oil or grease from exposed engine
parts.
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Remove plug. from exhaust outlet.
Visually inspect unit for damage, insect or
animal intrusion. Be sure carburetor and gover-
nor linkages are free.
Check oil tag to be sure oil or the proper grade
and weight is. in crankcase. Check oil level.
Remove spark plug(s), . clean and gap (see
operating manual). Tum the engine over by hand
several times; Reinstall spark plug(s).
InStall batteries. Be sure batteries are fully
charged. Observe proper polarity. Ground is
negative terminal.
Remove all load and start the generator with
the controls at the unit; This initial start may .
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be slow due to oil or rust inhibitor in the cylind'ers.
Excessive smoke and rough operation is normal until .
the oil or rust inhibitor is burned off.
• Apply a 50% load after the generator runs
smoothly. Allow the generator to warm up for
one hour with the load conne,cted.
Unit is now ready for service.
Generator Maintenance and Service'
The generator system is a complex elec-
tromechanical device. Although routine. maintenance
and service procedures are not beyond the capabilities
of most users, some adjustments and service pro-
cedures are best performed by authorized generator
service facilities. They have the required tools and
equipment necessary to keep your generator operating
at peak efficiency. If you experience repeated difficulty
In starting, or signs of incorrect power output or speed
and voltage fluctuations, refer these problems to an
authorized generator service center_ You can contact
the generator manufacturer for the location of a ser-
vice facility near you.
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