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HW5500/HW5500E/HW5500EL/HW5500L Portable Electrical Generator Owner’s Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 29
Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen
Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen
Generator muffler is equipped with spark arrestor screen,
which must be cleaned according to maintenance sched-
ule (Table 2).
1. Stop generator if engine is running. Allow to com-
pletely cool.
2. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
3. Using a socket wrench with 8 mm socket, remove
spark arrestor enclosure panel bolts.
4. Pull off enclosure panel.
5. Using a screwdriver, loosen and remove screw hold-
ing spark arrestor clamp (A).
6. Slide off spark arrestor clamp.
7. Using a socket wrench with a 7/32” socket, remove
the retaining screw on spark arrestor screen cap (B);
pull off cap.
8. Pull out spark arrestor screen (C).
9. Inspect spark arrestor screen.
If screen is damaged or excessively worn, replace
with new screen.
If screen is in good condition, clean using wire
brush and then reinstall.
10. Reinstall remaining spark arrestor components care-
fully aligning screw holes.
Spark arrestor cap
Retaining screw
Clamp and screw
Spark arrestor enclosure panel
Transporting Generator
When transporting the generator:
•
Press engine control switch to OFF position.
• Turn fuel valve lever to OFF position.
• Keep generator level to prevent fuel spillage.
• Be sure pins are in place in the handle and handle
bracket before moving generator.
Muffler reaches temperatures that can cause serious
burns if touched. NEVER touch hot surfaces.
To clean spark arrestor screen, you will need:
1/4” socket wrench
8 mm socket
7/32” socket
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Wire brush
FIGURE 60: Remove Spark Arrestor Enclosure Panel
FIGURE 61: Spark Arrestor Assembly
WARNING
A
B
C
FIGURE 62: Clean Screen
Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious
burns or fires. Cool generator completely before
transporting or storing.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to generator, take care not to drop or strike
generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on
generator.
WARNING