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Cleaning the Spark Arrestor
To ensure optimal engine performance, clean the spark arrestor every 100 hours to remove any carbon buildup. Clean
the spark arrestor as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule.
Failure to remove carbon buildup on the spark arrestor can cause a decrease in horsepower.
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▲ Make sure the generator is OFF. If the generator has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow it to
cool before proceeding.
Exhaust grille
Spark arrestor
To clean the spark arrestor:
1. On the back of the generator, remove the four screws and the exhaust grille.
2. Remove the two screws and the spark arrestor from the muer.
3. Inspect the spark arrestor for holes or tears in the screens, and replace if necessary.
4. Use a wire brush to remove any carbon deposits from the spark arrestor screens. Brush o any deposits from both the front and
back screen material.
Brush any buildup
o both screens
5. Reinstall the spark arrestor and two screws.
6. Reinstall the exhaust grille and the four screws back onto the generator.
Maintenance Schedule
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