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Operating the Generator
32 Operator’s Manual
OPERATION
SPARK ARRESTER:
In a dry or wooded area, it is recommended to use the product with a
spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please
check your local laws and regulations before operating your product.
The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as
designed.
A clogged spark arrester :
• Prevents the ow of exhaust gas
• Reduces engine output
• Increases fuel consumption
• Makes starting difcult
CAUTION: IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING, THE
MUF FL ER AND TH E SPAR K AR RE ST ER
WILL BE VERY HOT. ALLOW THE MUFFLER TO COOL
BEFORE CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTER.
How to remove the spark arrester (Fig. 14):
1. Remove the ange bolts from the mufer cover and remove the
mufer cover.
2. Remove the special screw from the spark arrester and remove the
spark arrester from the mufer.
Clean the spark arrester screen (Fig. 15):
1. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen.
Be careful to avoid damaging the screen.
2. The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes. Replace the
spark arrester if it is damaged.
3. Install the spark arrester, and mufer protector in the reverse order
of disassembly.
(Fig. 15)
SPARK
ARRESTER
SCREEN
MUFFLER
TAIL SCREEN
TAIL SCREEN COVER
SCREW
NUT
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
(Fig. 14)