Maintenance - Echo EGi-4000 Manual Del Operador

MAINTENANCE

Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
qualified repair establishment or individual with original or
equivalent parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be per-
formed by an authorized dealer; please contact customer
service for assistance.
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from
spark plug. Allow 30 minutes of cool down time before
performing any maintenance. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious personal injury or
property damage.
WARNING
When servicing, use only recommended or equivalent
replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create
a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING
DO NOT tamper with, adjust, or modify the carbon mon-
oxide (CO) sensor module on your generator. Failure
to follow these instructions can cause the monitor to
malfunction which can result in death or serious per-
sonal injury.
NOTICE
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please contact customer service or an
authorized dealer for assistance.
General Maintenance
Keep the generator in a clean and dry environment where it
is not exposed to dust, dirt, moisture, or corrosive vapors.
Do not allow the cooling air slots in the generator to become
clogged with foreign material such as leaves, etc.
Do not use a garden hose to clean the generator. Water en-
tering the fuel system or other internal parts of the unit can
cause problems that will decrease the life of the generator.
To clean the unit:
 Use a soft bristle brush and/or vacuum cleaner to loosen
and remove dirt and debris.
 Clean air vents with low pressure air that does not exceed
25 psi.
 Wipe the exterior surfaces of the generator with a damp
cloth.
Checking/Cleaning Air Filter
See Figures 14.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
 Rotate knob counterclockwise to release. Remove cover
and set aside.
 Remove the filter element.
 If the filter element is dirty, clean with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and let dry.
 Apply a light coat of engine lubricant to the element, then
squeeze it out.
 Replace the element in the air filter unit.
 Replace the air filter cover and rotate knob clockwise to
secure.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the
generator. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to
enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
Changing Engine Lubricant
See Figure 15.
For best performance, engine lubricant should be changed
after every 100 hours or 6 months of operation.
 Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
 Unscrew the oil drain plug and remove.
 Allow lubricant to drain completely into an approved
container.
NOTE: Drain the lubricant while the engine is still warm
but not hot. Warm lubricant will drain quickly and more
completely.
Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental
contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious
burns.
 Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten securely.
 Refill with lubricant following the instructions in the
Checking/Adding Lubricant section. For amount of
lubricant needed to refill, see Product Specifications
earlier in this manual or the accompanying engine manual,
if applicable.
 Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTE: Used lubricant should be disposed of at an approved
disposal site. See your local retailer for more information.
Spark Plug Replacement
See Figure 16.
The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits
in order to ensure proper engine operation. To check:
 Remove the spark plug cap.
 Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
 Remove spark plug using spark plug wrench or socket.
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