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In normal use:
1. Turn the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position. Disconnect the DC battery charging cables.
2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
7. MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help
reduce air pollution.
WARNING
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon modoxide. Shut off the engine before performing
any maintenance. If the engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment is necessary to keep the generator in good operating
condition. Perform the service and inspection at the intervals shown in the Maintenance schedule
below.
1) MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD Performed at
every indicated month or operating hour
interval, whichever comes first.
Each use
First month
or 20 Hrs.
(3)
Every 3
months or
50 Hrs. (3)
Every 6
months or
100 Hrs. (3)
Every year
or 300 Hrs.
(3)
ITEM
Engine oil
Check level
o
Change
o
o
Air cleaner
Check
o
Clean
o(1)
Sediment Cup
Clean
o
Spark plug
Check-Clean
o
Spark arrester
Clean
o
Valve clearance
Check-Adjust
o(2)
Fuel tank and strainer
Clean
o(2)
Fuel line
Check
Every 2 years (Replace if necessary) (2)
1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
2) These items should be serviced by an authorized generator dealer, unless the owner has the
proper tools and is mechanically proficient.
(3) For professional commercial use, long hours of operation to determine proper maintenance
intervals.
WARNING
Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a
malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual.
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