Use and Care Guide

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STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Disconnect the generator / unplug all
electrical devices.
2. Turn the AC circuit breaker to the off “0”
position (CSA models only).
3. Turn the generator switch to the off “0”
position.
4. Turn the fuel switch to the off “0”
position.
Note: To stop the engine in an emergency, turn
the generator switch to the off “0” position.
MAINTENANCE
Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and
instructions are read and understood before any
maintenance procedures are performed.
Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH
EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the
correct maintenance intervals.
Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine
in horizontal position and remove the spark plug
cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not
operate the engine in an unventilated room or
other enclosed area.
When Required:
Fuel Tank Cap and Strainer – Clean
Every Use:
Engine Oil Level – Check
Walk-Around Inspection
First 20 Service Hours or 1 Month:
Engine Oil – Change
Every Month:
Generator – Inspect
Every 50 Service Hours or 3 Months:
Air Filter – Check
Spark Arrester – Inspect/Clean/Replace
Every 100 Service Hours or 6 Months:
Engine Oil – Change
Spark Plug – Inspect/Adjust/Replace
Every 300 Service Hours or 1 Year:
Cylinder Head – Clean
Engine Valve Lash – Check
Every 2 Years:
Fuel Line – Replace
Air Filter – Check
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow into the
carburetor, will cause poor fuel economy, and
may damage the engine. To keep the generator
in good operating condition, service the air filter
regularly. Service more frequently when
operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.
Note: Never operate the generator without the
air filter in place. Operating the generator without
the air filter in place will result in rapid engine
wear.
Remove the air filter cover bolt (3) and remove
the air filter cover (2). Make sure that the air filter
(1) is clean and not damaged. If the air filter is
dirty, wash the filter. If the air filter is damaged,
replace the air filter.
Use a nonflammable solvent or a mixture of
household detergent and warm water to wash
the filter. Rinse the filter thoroughly to remove all
of the cleaning solution. After the filter has dried,
pour some engine oil onto the filter. Then
squeeze the filter to distribute the oil throughout
the filter and remove any excess oil.
Note: Do not wring out the filter. Wringing out the
filter may damage the filter.
Install the filter into the filter housing. Place the
air filter cover over the filter and reinstall the air
filter cover bolt.
Cylinder Head - Clean
Only qualified service personnel should perform
this maintenance procedure. Contact your local
service center to schedule this maintenance.
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