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Maintenance
Air Filter Element Maintenance
1. Loosen screws and remove the Air Filter Access Panel on
the left side of the generator.
2. Unsnap the Air Filter Cover Clip and remove Air Filter Cover.
See the figure below.
3. Remove Air Filter.
Spark Arrestor Maintenance
1. Allow the generator to cool completely.
2. Remove the Screws from the back of the generator.
3. Remove the Tail Pipe and Spark Arrestor.
4. Clean the Spark Arrestor using a wire brush (sold separately).
Replace the arrestor if damaged.
Spark Plug Maintenance
1. Loosen two screws and remove the Access Panel on the left
of the generator.
2. Disconnect Spark Plug Cap from the end of plug. Clean out debris
from around Spark Plug.
3. Using the Spark Plug Wrench, remove the Spark Plug.
4. Inspect the Spark Plug: If the electrode is oily, clean it using a
clean, dry rag. If the electrode has deposits on it, clean it with a
brass wire brush. If the white insulator is cracked or chipped,
replace the spark plug.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND FIRE:
Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed
WARNING
The operation of this equipment may create sparks that can
start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be
required. The operator should contact local fire agencies
for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL BRUSH FIRE,
secure Spark Arrestor back in place immediately after
cleaning and before further operation.
WARNING
Air Filter
Cover
Air Filter
Housing
Clip (not shown)
Spark Plug
Spark Plug
Cap
ATTERY
Left Exterior Cover
ATTERY
Left Exterior Cover
Spark Plug