Replacement Part List
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Cleaning the Air Filter - Continued from Page 25
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air lter element
during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but rm
squeezing action.
6. Rinse in clean water by submerging the air lter
elements in fresh water and applying a slow
squeezing action
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to
clean the air lter by dumping the solution into
a sewer, on the ground, or into ground water or
waterways. Always be environmentally responsible.
Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other
governmental agencies for proper disposal of
hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
7. Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.
8. Dry the air lter elements by again applying a slow
rm squeezing action.
9. Once the air lters are dry, coat the air lters with
clean engine oil (see Figure 31 below).
Figure 31
10. Squeeze the lters to remove any excess oil (see
Figure 32 below).
Figure 32
11. Install the lters back into the unit. If there are two
lters make sure the gray (ne) air lter goes in
rst followed by the black (coarse) air lter on the
outside.
12. Install the air lter cover and secure the air lter
assemble.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE
The spark plug must be checked and cleaned after
every 100 hours of use or 6 months and must be
replaced after 300 hours of use or every year.
1. Stop the generator and let it cool for several
minutes if running.
2. Move the generator to a at, level surface.
3. Remove the spark plug boot by rmly pulling the
plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from
the engine (see Figure 33).
NOTICE
Never apply any side load or move the spark plug
laterally when removing the spark plug. Applying a
side load or moving the spark plug laterally may crack
and damage the spark plug boot.
MAINTENANCE