Service Spark Plug; Service Air Cleaner - Generac G0071260 El Manual Del Propietario

Change oil while engine is still warm from run-
ning, as follows:
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and place the wire where it can-
not contact spark plug.
2. Place a suitable collection container
beneath the engine.
3. See Figure 4-1. Remove oil fill cap (A).
Figure 4-1. Changing Engine Oil
4. Remove the oil drain plug (B) and discard
the washer (C). Drain oil completely.
5. Place a new washer on the oil drain plug.
Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.
6. Add recommended engine oil as neces-
sary. See Add Engine
7. Install oil fill cap, and finger tighten.
8. Wipe up any spilled oil.
9. Properly dispose of oil in accordance with
all applicable regulations.

Service Air Cleaner

Engine will not run properly and may be dam-
aged if run with a dirty air cleaner. Service air
cleaner more frequently in dirty or dusty condi-
tions.
To service air cleaner:
1. Remove air cleaner cover.
2. Remove filter element(s).
3. Inspect filter element(s) and replace if
damaged. To order replacements, contact
Generac Customer Service at 1-888-GEN-
ERAC (888-436-3722) for the name of
your nearest IASD.
4. Clean foam filter element in warm soapy
water. Rinse, and allow to dry thoroughly.
Dip in clean engine oil and squeeze out
excess oil.
5. Tap paper filter element several times on
hard surface to remove dirt. Compressed
air (not exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa) can
also be used to blow through filter element
from the inside.
6. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe dirt from
inside air cleaner cover.
7. Put cleaned or new filter element(s) in
place. Verify gasket is in place (if
equipped).
8. Install air cleaner cover. Tighten air
cleaner screws or fasteners securely.
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Oil.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Service Spark Plug

To service spark plug:
1. See Figure 4-2. Clean area around spark
plug (A).
2. Remove and inspect spark plug.
3. See Figure 4-2 and
electrode gap (B) with wire feeler gauge
and replace spark plug if gap is not within
0.028 - 0.031 in (0.70 - 0.80 mm).
B
Figure 4-2. Service Spark Plug
Figure 4-3. Spark Plug Gap
NOTE: Replace spark plug if electrodes are
pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use
ONLY recommended replacement plug. See
product specification sheet.
4. Install spark plug finger tight, and tighten
an additional 3/8 to 1/2 turn using spark
plug wrench. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrestor
(if equipped)
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
maintained in effective working order. Other
states or federal jurisdictions may have similar
laws.
Contact original equipment manufacturer,
retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrestor
designed for exhaust system installed on this
engine.
NOTE: Use ONLY
replacement parts.
Inspect muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove spark arrestor, if equipped,
inspect for damage or carbon blockage.
Replace parts as required.
Owner's Manual for Chemical Pump
Figure 4-3. Inspect
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in Section 4442,
original equipment