INSPECT/ADJUST ENGINE VALVE LASH
Only qualified service personnel should perform this main-
tenance procedure. Contact your local service center to
schedule this maintenance.
REPLACE FUEL LINE
Only qualified service personnel should perform this main-
tenance procedure. Contact your local service center to
schedule this maintenance.
CLEAN FUEL TANK CAP AND STRAINER
Wipe off the fuel cap (1) and surrounding area before re-
moving the fuel cap. Wiping off the fuel cap and surround-
ing area before removing the fuel cap helps to reduce the
amount of contaminants allowed into the fuel system. If
there is a build-up of debris in the fuel strainer (2), remove
the strainer and rinse out the strainer. Allow the strainer to
dry before installing the strainer.
INSPECT GENERATOR
Once a month start the engine and run the engine until it
reaches normal operating temperature (about 10 minutes).
Plug in a corded device and turn on the device to ensure
that the generator is providing power. Once you have
verified that the generator is providing power, turn off the
device and unplug it. Then turn the generator off.
SPARK ARRESTOR
This unit has a spark arrestor fitted to the exhaust outlet
of the muffler. The spark arrestor should be cleaned with
a soft wire brush after every 50 hours or 3 months of use.
The spark arrestor should be replaced after every 100
hours of operation or if it becomes damaged.
WARNING: HOT PARTS OR HOT COMPONENTS
CAN CAUSE BURNS OR PERSONAL INJURY.
DO NOT ALLOW HOT PARTS OR COMPONENTS
TO CONTACT YOUR SKIN. USE PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING OR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO
PROTECT YOUR SKIN.
DO
NOT
PERFORM
PROCEDURE
COOLED.
Remove screws (1). Remove spark arrestor (2) Check the
spark arrestor. Carefully clean the spark arrestor with a soft
wire brush. If the spark arrestor is damaged, replace the
spark arrestor.
To install the spark arrestor, align the mounting holes in
the spark arrestor with the mounting holes on the muffler.
Insert screws (1) and tighten securely.
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