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Figure 13 – Spark Plug Gap
3.4 SERVICE AIR FILTER
The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if using a
dirty air filter. Clean or replace the air filter paper filter every 200
hours or once a year (Figure 14). Clean or replace more often if
operating under dusty conditions. To clean or replace paper air
filter:
• Remove air filter cover and remove paper filter (Figure 14).
• Clean paper filter by tapping it gently on a solid surface. If the
filter is too dirty, replace it with a new one. Dispose of the old
filter properly.
• Clean air filter cover. Next insert new paper filter into the base
of the air filter. Re-install air filter cover.
NOTE:
To order a new air filter, please contact the nearest authorized
service center at 1-888-GENERAC. The air filter part number
is 073111.
Figure 14 – Air Filter
AIR FILTER
COVER
3.5 CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN
The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arrestor screen. Inspect
and clean the screen at least once each year (Figure 15). If unit is
used regularly, inspect and clean more often.
If using the generator on any forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered unimproved
land, it must equipped with a spark arrestor.
The spark arrestor must be maintained in good
condition by the owner/operator.
Clean and inspect the spark arrestor when the engine is at ambient
temperature as follows:
• Loosen the clamp and remove the spark arrestor screen from
the muffler.
• Inspect screen and replace if torn, perforated or otherwise
damaged. DO NOT USE a defective screen. If screen is not
damaged, clean it with commercial solvent.
• Replace the spark arrestor and secure with the clamp.
Figure 15 – Spark Arrestor Screen
ARRESTOR
SCREEN
CLAMP
SPARK
ARRESTOR
SCREEN
3.6 GENERAL
The generator should be started at least once every 30 days and
be allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and
the unit must be stored for more than 30 days, use the following
information as a guide to prepare it for storage.
NEVER store engine with fuel in tank indoors
or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas where
fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot
light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer or other gas appliance.
Allow unit to cool entirely before storage.
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