Product Manual

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK

Clean fuel tank each year and before storing the generator for longer than one to two months. To drain the fuel

tank and carburetor:

SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE

The spark plug is important for proper engine operation. A good spark plug should be intact, free of deposits,

and properly gapped. Refer to Recommended Maintenance Schedule in Figure 9. To inspect the spark plug:

1. Remove spark plug boot. Be careful not to tear insulation or wire.

2. Unscrew the spark plug from the engine using the spark plug wrench provided. There is limited space for the

wrench to turn. Use both rows of holes in the spark plug wrench to gain leverage to loosen the plug.

3. Visually inspect the spark plug for cracks or excessive electrode wear. Replace as necessary.

4. Measure the plug gap with a wire gauge. The gap should be 0.7 to 0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in).

5. If re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base then re-gap the

spark plug.

6. Screw the spark plug back into the spark plug hole using the spark plug wrench. Do not over-tighten spark

plug. Recommended tightening of spark plug is ½ to ¾ of a turn after spark plug gasket contacts spark plug hole.

Reinstall the spark plug boot.

FUEL FILTER CUP CLEANING

The fuel filter cup is a small well underneath the fuel valve. It helps to trap dirt and water that may be in the fuel

tank before it can enter the engine. To clean the fuel filter cup:

1. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.

2. Unscrew the fuel filter cup from the fuel valve using a wrench. Turn the valve toward you and unscrew (Fig. 11).

3. Clean the cup of all sediments using a rag or brush.

4. Reinstall the fuel filter cup.

MAINTENANCE

Fig. 11

1. Remove the fuel cap; carefully turn the generator over to pour the

gasoline in the fuel tank to appropriate container.

2. Once fuel is drained, reinstall the fuel cap.

3. Turn on the engine and keep the engine running until it stops.

This burns out the fuel in the carburetor and fuel tank.

4. Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place.

CAUTION: Do not store fuel for more than two months.