Fuel Valve Maintenance; Spark Arrestor Service; Storage - Westinghouse WGen5300DF Manual De Usuario

MAINTENANCE

FUEL VALVE MAINTENANCE

The fuel valve is equipped with an inline fuel filter. The
fuel valve filter does not require servicing if the unit
is properly maintained with fresh, clean fuel. If fuel-
related troubleshooting is required, perform fuel valve
maintenance.
1. Allow the generator to cool completely.
2. Place an appropriate gasoline container under the
carburetor drain bolt to catch the drained fuel.
3. Remove the drain bolt on the bottom of the carburetor
and allow the fuel tank to drain completely. Install and
tighten the drain bolt securely.
4. Remove the fuel line from the fuel valve. Be prepared to
capture the remaining fuel from the fuel line.
5. Loosen the retaining bolt. Unscrew and remove the fuel
valve from the fuel tank. Be prepared to capture any
remaining fuel from the fuel tank.
6. Open the fuel valve. Use compressed air to clean the
fuel filter and the fuel passage from the fuel line side of
the passage.
7. Install and tighten the fuel valve until it has a few threads
remaining and is facing outward.
8. Hold it in place and tighten the retaining bolt. DO NOT
overtighten.
9. Replace the fuel line and secure with the clamp.
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Fuel filter
Retaining bolt
Fuel valve

SPARK ARRESTOR SERVICE

Allow the muffler to cool completely before servicing the
spark arrestor. Check and clean the spark arrestor after
every 100 hours of use or six months. Failure to clean the
spark arrestor will result in degraded engine performance.
1. Place the generator on a level surface.
2. Slide in screwdriver into side slot and remove screw
holding clamp (A) on spark arrestor. Pull out spark
arrestor assembly.
3. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark
arrestor screen with a wire brush. The spark arrestor
must be free of breaks and tears. Replace the spark
arrestor if damaged.
4. Reinstall the spark arrestor.

STORAGE

Proper storage preparation is required for trouble-free
operation and generator longevity.
Gasoline stored for as little as 30 days can deteriorate,
causing gum, varnish, and corrosive buildup in fuel lines,
fuel passages, and the engine. This corrosive buildup
restricts the flow of fuel, which can prevent the engine
from starting after a prolonged storage period. The use
of fuel stabilizer significantly increases the storage life of
gasoline. Full-time use of fuel stabilizer is recommended.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 1 month
2 to 6 months
6 months or longer
NOTICE
RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
No service required.
Fill with fresh gasoline and add
gasoline stabilizer. Drain the
carburetor float bowl.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor
float bowl.