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ENGINE
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Periodic maintenance
is
vital
to
the
safe and
efficient
operation
of
your
engine.
Cheek
the
table
below
for periodic maintenance
intervals.
The
following chart
is based
on
the
normal
engine
operation
schedule.
Clean
Engine
and
Check
Bolts
and
Nuts.
Clean
Spark
Plugs.
Clean
Air Cleaner.
Clean Fuel Cock
or
Fuel Filter
Clean
and
Adjust
Spark Plug
Gap.
Clean
"and
Adjust Carburetor.
Clean
Muffler
and
Exhaust Port.
:Overhaul
Engine if Necsary.
8
hours
(daily)
o
(dany)
50
hours
(weekly)
200
hours
500
hours
(monthly)
1000 hours
Preventive
Maintenance Check
List
and
Storage
Tips
Be
sure
the
engine
and all
other
parts
are
clean.
Check
all
nuts,
bolts,
screws,
etc.
making
sure
they
are
tightened
and
secured
as
they
should
be.
Inspect
carefully
for
any
fuel
or
oil
leaks.
Check
the
air
cleaner
assembly for
excessive
dust
or
dirt.
If
the
filter
requires
cleaning,
use
the following
procedure.
Remove
the
filter
and
wash
in
soap
and
water
or
blow off
with
compressed air. DO
NOT
clean
filter
in
gasoline-or
other inflammable
solvent.
PREPARATION
FOR
STORAGE
Before
storing
the
Generator
after
use
or
if it
is
to
be
idle
for
any
appreciable
length
of
time, the
following
preparations
should
be
made:
1.
Remove
the
insecticide
from
the
tank.
2.
Put
a
suitable
solvent
in
the
tank. Start
the
engine
and
flush
the
system
thoroughly.
3.
Drain
all
fuel
from
the
fuel
tank
and
carburetor.
Remove
the
spark
plug
and
pour a
teaspoon
of
oil
through
the
plug
hole.
Rotate
the
crankshaft
several
times
by
pulling
the
starter
handle
slowly.
Replace
the
spark
plug.
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