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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Regular maintenance will improve performance and
extend the service life of the generator. Follow the hourly
or calendar intervals, whichever occurs rst. More frequent
service is required when operating in adverse conditions
as noted below.
Before Each Use
Check engine oil
After First 25 Hours or First Month
Change engine oil
After 50 Hours or Every 6 Months
Change engine oil
1
Clean air lter
2
After 100 Hours or Every 6 Months
Inspect/clean spark arrestor
Inspect/clean spark plug
Inspect/adjust valve clearance
3
After 300 Hours or Every Year
Replace spark plug
Replace air lter
1
Change oil every month when operating under heavy
load or in high temperatures.
2
Clean more often under dirty or dusty conditions.
Replace air lter if it cannot be adequately cleaned.
3
Recommend service to be performed by authorized
Westinghouse service dealer.
MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS
Description Part Number
Air lter 2034
Spark arrestor 6789
Spark plug 97109 (F7RTC)
ENGINE SERVICE COVER
Remove the engine service cover to access the air lter
and carburetor. Remove the cover screws then carefully
pull the cover out with both hands.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Fire hazard. Never use gasoline or other ammable
solvents to clean the air lter. Use only household
detergent soap to clean the air lter.
The air lter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of use or
six months (frequency should be increased if the generator
is operated in a dusty environment).
1. Place the generator on a level surface and allow the
engine to cool for several minutes.
2. Remove the engine service cover.
3. Remove the screw securing the air cleaner cover and
remove the cover.
Note: The air lter element is oil soaked. Use an
appropriate cleaning container.
NOTICE
Avoid skin contact with engine oil. Wear protective
clothing and equipment. Wash all exposed skin with
soap and water.
4. Remove the foam air lter from the air cleaner housing
and wash it by submerging the element in a solution
of household detergent soap and warm water. Slowly
squeeze the foam to thoroughly clean.
NOTICE
DO NOT twist or tear the foam air lter element during
cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but rm squeezing
action.
5. Rinse the air lter element by submerging it in fresh
water and applying a slow squeezing action. Allow the
lter to dry thoroughly.
NOTICE
DO NOT pollute. Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other
governmental agencies for proper disposal of hazardous
materials. Consult local authorities or reclamation facility.
6. Dip the foam air lter in clean engine oil then squeeze