24.
Both the rocker arms should be loose at TDC on
the compression stroke. If they are not, rotate the
engine 360°.
25. Insert a feeler gauge between the rocker arm and
the push rod and check for clearance (see Figure
21). See table below for valve lash specifications
Figure 21
(1)
Push Rod, (2) Feeler Gauge Area
(3) Rocker Arm, (4) Jam Nut, (5) Adjusting Nut
Standard Valve Lash
26.
If an adjustment is required, hold the adjusting nut
and loosen the jam nut.
27.
Turn the adjusting nut to obtain the correct valve
lash. When the valve lash is correct, hold the ad
-
justing nut and tighten the jam nut to 106 in-lb (12
N•m).
28.
Recheck the valve lash after tightening the jam nut.
29. Perform this procedure for both the intake and
exhaust valves.
30.
Install the rocker arm cover, gasket and spark plug.
CLEANING THE INVERTER
It is important to inspect and clean the inverter before
every use.
Clean All Engine Air Inlet and Outlet Ports – Make
sure all engine air inlet and outlet ports are clean of any
dirt and debris to ensure the engine does not run hot.
BATTERY SERVICE
To ensure the battery remains charged, the generator
should be started every 2 to 3 months and run for a
min-
imum of 15 minutes or a charger should be plugged into
the generator and the generator should be charged
over-
night. Plug the cord from the charger into the
charging
port “ ” on the generator. Plug the charger
into a
2
20-
volt AC outlet.
Battery Replacement
19.
Remove the spark plug wire from spark plug.
20.
Loosen the rubber strap holding the battery in
place.
21.
Disconnect the black negative (-) battery cable from
the battery first.
22.
Disconnect the red positive (+) battery cable
second and remove the battery.
23.
Install the new battery into the generator frame.
24.
Connect the red positive (+) battery cable to the
battery first.
25.
Connect the black negative (-) battery cable to the
battery second.
26.
Replace rubber strap to hold battery in place.
27. Install the spark plug wire onto spark plug.
See below for the battery specification
when replacing the battery.
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