Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Figure 4-14. Spark Plug
NOTE: Replace spark plug if electrodes are
pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use
ONLY recommended replacement plug. See
Product Specifications Sheet.
4. Install spark plug finger tight, and tighten
an additional 3/8 to 1/2 turn using spark
plug wrench.
Inspect Engine Spark
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect spark plug wire when
working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug.
2. Secure spark plug wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
3. Test spark plug with approved spark plug
tester.
NOTE: DO NOT inspect for spark with spark
plug removed.
Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrestor
NOTE: It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or
operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless
the exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrestor, as defined in Section 4442, maintained
in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
NOTE: Call 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-
3722)
with
questions
replacement.
NOTE:
Use
ONLY
replacement parts.
Inspect muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove spark arrestor, if equipped,
inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If
replacement parts are required.
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Inspect Spark Arrestor Screen
(if equipped)
1. Loosen fasteners and remove heat shield
from muffler. See
2. Loosen fasteners and remove spark
arrester from muffler. See
3. Inspect spark arrester. Replace if torn,
perforated or otherwise damaged (part
number 0K1851).
4. If screen is not damaged, clean it with a
commercial solvent and replace.
Figure 4-15.Heat Shield Fasteners
Figure 4-16.Spark Arrestor Fasteners
Storage
General
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are
extremely flammable and explosive. Add fuel
in a well ventilated area. Keep fire and spark
away. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Verify machine has properly
cooled before installing cover and storing
machine. Hot surfaces could result in fire.
• DO NOT place a storage cover on a hot
power washer. Allow unit to cool to room
temperature before storage.
• DO NOT store fuel from one season to
another unless properly treated.
Owner's Manual for Power Washer
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