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8. Install the cover and tighten the screws.
9. Turn the fuel tank cap air vent knob to “OFF” after the engine has
completely cooled down.
8.2 Engine
Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston ring, etc. from
corrosion.
1. Remove the spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W-30
into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. Recoil start the
engine by turning over several times (with 3 in 1 switch knob off) to
coat the cylinder walls with oil.
2. Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression. Then stop pulling.
(This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting).
3. Clean exterior of the generator. Store the generator in a dry, well-
ventilated place, with the cover placed over it.
9. TROUBlESHOOTING
9.1 Engine won’t start
1. Fuel systems
No fuel supplied to combustion chamber.
· No fuel in tank…Supply fuel.
· Fuel in tank….Fuel tank cap air vent knob and fuel cock knob to “ON”
· Clogged fuel filter …. Clean fuel filter.
· Clogged carburetor…. Clean carburetor.
2. Engine oil system
Insufficient
· Oil level is low…. Add engine oil.
3 . Electrical systems
· Put the 1 in 3 switch to “CHOKE” and pull the recoil starter … Poor
spark.
· Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet … Remove carbon or wipe spark
plug dry.
· Faulty ignition system … consult our company authorized dealer.
troubleshooting