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3. Checking the fan belt tension
• Check the fan belt tension and elongation. By a thumb, depress (approx. 6kg) the middle point
of the belt. The deflection must be 10-15 mm. At the same time, check whether the belt is
scratched or not. If abnormal, adjust or replace it. For belt checkup, adjustment and
replacement.
4. Checking the fuel
• Check the fuel level. Refill if required.
• If the fuel remainder is small, dew might be formed in the tank and mix with the fuel.
To avoid such inconvenience, it is recommended to refill the tank fully after the day’s work.
• Loosen the drain plug from the fuel tank to drain water and sediment from the tank.
Dispose of the sediments, etc. in compliance with the local codes.
5. Checking the battery
• Check whether the electrolyte level is within the specified range or not. If short, add distilled
water.
• If plates are exposed to air for a long time, the battery life would shorten. Keep them dipped.
• Do not pour battery electrolyte beyond the UPPER LEVEL.
• After refilling, securely tighten the caps.
• Give attention to the connection of battery plus (+) and minus (-) terminals. Reverse wiring of
the terminals will cause damage to generator instruments.
6. Checking the wiring
• Check whether the wiring is securely tightened or rubbed.
If abnormal, repair or replace.
7. Checking the piping
• Check whether the piping is securely tightened or leaky. Make sure that the hoses are not
worn. If abnormal, repair or replace.
8. Checking the bolts and nuts
• Check whether bolts and nuts are securely tightened or not especially for the air cleaner,
muffler mounting section. If loose, retighten them.
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