Replacement Part List

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Never run the generator without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result.
1. Unsnap the air cleaner cover clips, remove the air cleaner cover, and remove the element.
2. Wash the air cleaner element in a solution of household detergent and warm water, then rinse
thoroughly, or wash in nonflammable or high flashpoint solvent. Allow the air cleaner element
to dry thoroughly.
3. Soak the air cleaner element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil. The engine
will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the air cleaner element.
4.
Reinstall the air cleaner element and the cover.
Fuel Sediment Cup Cleaning
The sediment cup prevents dirt or water, which may be
in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If the
engine has not been running for a long time, the
sediment cup should be cleaned.
1. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
2. Remove the sediment cup, O-ring, and filter.
3. Clean the sediment cup, O-ring, and filter in
nonflammable or high flash point solvent.
4. Reinstall the filter, O-ring, and sediment cup.
5. Turn the fuel valve lever ON and check for leaks.
Spark Plug Service
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits.
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler.
1. Remove the spark plug cap.
2. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base.
3. Use a spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug.
4. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked, chipped or fouled.
5. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side
electrode.