Operating instructions

86
PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART
DESCRIPTION
FREQUENCY
FIRST
10 HOURS
EVERY
25 HOURS
EVERY
50 HOURS
EVERY
100 HOURS
OR
PRE-SEASON
TO BE
PERFORMED
BY
GENERAL
Fire extinguisher condition/mounting ➃✔✔➁O
Lubrication/corrosion protection ➀✔✔O
ENGINE
Head bolts, retorque ✔✔D
Support and rubber mount condition/tightness ✔✔ D
Exhaust system fasteners/hoses ➃✔✔✔D
Counterbalance shaft oil level (if so equipped) ✔✔ D
Spark plug inspection, cleaning and adjustment ✔ D
Spark plug replacement ✔ D
Ignition timing ✔✔D
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Ensure exhaust clamps are in place and secure ✔ O
Inspect for leaking exhaust system components (such as rust
and/or black streaking, water leaks or corroded/cracked fittings
✔ O
Inspect exhaust hoses for burnt, cracked or deteriorated
sections. Hoses should be pliable and free of kinks. Replace
cracked, charred or deteriorated exhaust hoses if found ➃
✔✔O/D
Ensure engine(s) and generator(s) are properly tuned and
well-maintained ➃
✔ O/D
Inspect metal exhaust components for cracking, rusting,
leaking or loosening. Check cylinder head gasket, exhaust
manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter
nipple between the manifold and the elbow ➃
✔ D
Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator
cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped) ➃
✔ D
COOLING SYSTEM
Flushing ✔➂ O
Hose condition and fasteners ✔✔✔D
Inspect/clean engine drain tube ✔➀ ✔ D
Water flow regulator valve inspection ✔ D
Coolant replacement/purge system of air and check coolant
levels
✔ D
FUEL SYSTEM
Throttle cable, inspection/lubrication ➃➀✔✔D
Fuel filter and lines inspection ➃✔✔✔D
Fuel filter replacement ✔ D
Fuel vent line pressure relief valve inspection ✔✔D
Fuel lines, check-valve and fuel system pressurization ➃✔✔ ✔D
Fastener tightening ➃✔✔✔D
Fuel tank straps ➃✔✔O
Fuel tank filling ✔➁ O
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