7. Carefully place the generator on wooden blocks to allow
an oil drain container to be placed underneath the rubber
grommet (5).
8. Remove the rubber grommet (5).
9. Unscrew the oil drain plug (6) and drain all the engine oil
into the container.
10. Replace the oil drain plug and rubber grommet.
11. Clean up any excess oil.
12. REFILL the oil, using the funnel (supplied) and check the
oil level. Refer to Engine Oil Level – Check.
13. Install and tighten the oil level gauge.
14. Reattach the side panel in reverse order to removal.
15. Dispose of the used oil properly.
16. Start the engine for a brief period and check for leaks.
17. Stop the engine and check the oil level. Add oil if level
indicates it is needed. Refer to Engine Oil Level – Check.
INSPECT/ADJUST ENGINE VALVE LASH
Only qualified service personnel should perform this main-
tenance procedure. Contact your local service center to
schedule this maintenance.
REPLACE FUEL LINE
Only qualified service personnel should perform this main-
tenance procedure. Contact your local service center to
schedule this maintenance.
CLEAN FUEL TANK CAP AND STRAINER
Wipe off the fuel cap (1) and surrounding area before re-
moving the fuel cap. Wiping off the fuel cap and surround-
ing area before removing the fuel cap helps to reduce the
amount of contaminants allowed into the fuel system. If
there is a build-up of debris in the fuel strainer (2), remove
the strainer and rinse out the strainer. Allow the strainer to
dry before installing the strainer.
SPARK ARRESTOR
This unit has a spark arrestor fitted to the exhaust outlet
of the muffler. The spark arrestor should be cleaned with
a soft wire brush after every 50 hours or 3 months of use.
The spark arrestor should be replaced after every 100
hours of operation or if it becomes damaged.
WARNING: HOT PARTS OR HOT COMPONENTS
CAN CAUSE BURNS OR PERSONAL INJURY.
DO NOT ALLOW HOT PARTS OR COMPONENTS
TO CONTACT YOUR SKIN. USE PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING OR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO
PROTECT YOUR SKIN.
DO
NOT
PERFORM
PROCEDURE
COOLED.
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