Black Max BMi2100A Manual Del Operador página 21

SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 15.
NOTICE:
The spark arrestor on this product has not been evalu-
ated by the USDA Forest Service and cannot be used on
U.S. forest lands. In addition, product users must comply
with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations.
Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer
service or a qualified service center to purchase a re-
placement spark arrestor.
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50
hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product.
Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on
the model purchased. Contact customer service or a quali-
fied service center for the location of the spark arrestor for
your model.
To clean the spark arrestor:
 Loosen the screws on the rear panel. Remove rear panel
and set aside.
 Remove the screw securing the spark arrestor in place.
 Remove the spark arrestor and gently clean using a wire
brush.
 Replace the spark arrestor and rear panel. Ensure that all
screws are tightened securely.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 16 - 17.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
NOTICE:
Remove all lubricant from the unit before draining the fuel
tank. Failure to do so could cause damage to the unit.
 Turn off the generator.
 Remove the fuel cap.
 Tilt the generator and allow fuel to drain from the fuel tank
into an approved container.
 When the fuel has drained from the tank, replace the fuel
cap.
MAINTENANCE
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
 Turn off the generator.
 Loosen the screw at the top of the engine cover. Remove
cover and set aside.
 Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
 Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
 Retighten drain screw securely.
 Put the on/off switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING
 Place the engine/choke lever in the OFF position.
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before transporting
the machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are
cool.
 Keep unit level to prevent fuel spillage.
 If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank, close the
fuel valve, and securely restrain the generator.
 Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
 Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the gen-
erator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant.
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