Fuel valve lever
Fig.7 Fuel valve lever opening view
Fig.8 Choke knob off position view
4. STARTING THE ENGINE
When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time, after long-term
storage, or after running out of fuel, turn the fuel valve lever to the "ON" posit-
ion and then wait for 10 to 20 seconds before starting the engine.
CAUTION
4.1 Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position, see fig. 7.
4.2 Pull the choke knob out to the CLOSED position
Do not use the choke when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high,
see fig. 8.
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1. Open the service door.
2. Unsnap the clips and remove the air cleaner cover.
3. Remove the air cleaner element and examine for dirt or damage. Replace it with
a new one if necessary. Do not attempt to clean the paper element.
4. Reinstall the air cleaner cover.
5. Close and latch the service door.
Choke knob
7.4 Spark plug service
Recommended spark plug: WR7DC
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and
free of deposits.
1. Open the left side maintenance cover.
2. Remove the spark plug cap.
3. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base.
4. Use the wrench to remove the spark plug.
5.Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the po celain insulator is cracked or
chipped.
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Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.
6.Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. The gap should be 0.028-0.031 in
(0.7-0.8 mm).Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode.
Spark plug wrench
Spark plug lover
Fig.17 Spark Plug Access
Fig. 18 Spark Plug Gap
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