TOLSEN TOOLS 79988 - Air Filter Maintenance; Spark Plug Maintenance

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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AIR Filter Element Maintenance
Spark plug Maintenance
1. Remove the Access Panel on the right side of the Generator.
2. Remove the Air Filter Cover and the air filter elements and check for dirt. Clean as described below.
3. Cleaning:
• For “paper” filter elements: To prevent injury from dust and debris, wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator, and heavy-duty work gloves. In a well-ventilated area away from
bystanders, use pressurized air to blow dust out of the air filter.
• For foam filter elements: Wash the element in warm water and mild detergent several times. Rinse. Squeeze
out excess water and allow it to dry completely. Soak the filter in lightweight oil briefly, then squeeze out
the excess oil.
4. Install the cleaned filter.
5. Secure the Air Filter Cover and replace the Access Panel before use.
Air filter cover
1. Remove Access Panel from right side of Generator.
2. Disconnect spark plug cap from end of plug. Clean out debris from around spark plug.
3. Inspect the spark plug: If the electrode is oily, clean it using a clean, dry rag. If the electrode has deposits on it,
polish it using emery paper. If the white insulator is cracked or chipped, the spark plug needs to be replaced.
Using an incorrect spark plug may damage the engine.
4. When installing a new spark plug, adjust the plug’s gap to the specification on the Specifications chart. Do not
pry against the electrode, the spark plug can be damaged.
5. Apply anti-sieze material to Spark Plug threads. Install the new spark plug or the cleaned spark plug into the
engine.
• Gasket-style: Finger-tighten until the gasket contacts the cylinder head, then tighten about 1/2-2/3 turn more.
• non-gasket-style: Finger-tighten until the plug contacts the cylinder head, then tighten about 1/16 turn more.
NOTICE: Tighten the spark plug properly. if loose, the spark plug will cause the engine to overheat. IF
overtightened, the threads in the engine block will be damaged.
6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector (not included) to the end of the spark plug and reattach the cap
securely.
7. Replace Spark Plug Access Cover and Access Panel.