Operating Guide

Table of Contents
iv Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance .......................................................25
Preparing for Maintenance ...............................25
Performing Scheduled Maintenance ................25
Service Schedule ...............................................26
Maintenance Log ...................................................... 26
Checking Engine Oil Level ................................27
Engine Oil Requirements .......................................... 27
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter .........................28
Servicing the Air Cleaner ..................................28
Spark Plug(s) ......................................................29
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............................29
Check Valve Clearance ............................................ 29
Adjust Valve Clearance ............................................. 30
Battery Maintenance ..........................................31
Cleaning the Sediment Trap .............................32
Post Maintenance Checks ................................32
Perform Leak Test .............................................33
Attention After Submersion ..............................33
Corrosion Protection .........................................33
Remove From, and Return To Service
Procedure ...........................................................34
Remove From Service .............................................. 34
Return to Service ...................................................... 34
Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick
Reference Guide
Generator Troubleshooting ..............................35
Quick Reference Guide .....................................37