Owner's Manual

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MAINTENANCE
2. Move the generator to a flat, level surface.
3. Unclip the clips on the top and bottom of the air
filter cover (see Figure 28) and remove the air filter
cover.
Figure 28 – Removing Air Filter Cover
4. Remove the black coarse outside air filter (see
Figure 29).
Figure 29 – Removing Coarse Outside Air Filter
5. Remove the gray fine inside air filter (see Figure
30).
Figure 30 – Removing Fine Inside Air Filter
6. Wash the foam air filter elements by submerging
the elements in a solution of household detergent
soap and warm water. Slowly squeeze the foam to
thoroughly clean.
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air filter element
during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but firm
squeezing action.
7. Rinse in clean water by submerging the air filter
elements in fresh water and applying a slow
squeezing action.
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to
clean the air filter by dumping the solution into
a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or
waterways. Always be environmentally responsible.
Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other
governmental agencies for proper disposal of
hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
8. Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.