3.3.3 EMISSIONSINFORMATION
TheEnvironmentalProtectionAgency(and CaliforniaAir Resource
Board for generators certified to CA standards) require(s) that
this generator comply with exhaust and evaporative emission
standards.Locate the emissions compliancedecalon the engine
to determinewhat standardsthe generatormeets. This generator
is certified to operateon gasoline.The emission control system
consists ofthe following:
* Air Induction System
- IntakePipe/Manifold
- AirCleaner
, FuelSystem
- Carburetor
- FuelTanWCap
- FuelLines
- EvaporativeVentLines
- CarbonCanister(forCAenginesonly)
, IgnitionSystem
- SparkPlug
- IgnitionModule
, ExhaustSystem
- ExhaustManifold/Muffler
3.4 GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
Thewarrantyof thegeneratordoes not cover itemsthat have been
subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To receivefull value
from the warranty, the operator must maintain the generator as
instructed inthis manual.
Some adjustmentswilt need to be made periodically to properly
maintainthegenerator.
All adjustmentsin the Maintenancesectionof this manualshould
be madeat leastonceeachseason.Followthe requirementsinthe
"MaintenanceSchedule".
NOTE:
Oncea year replacethe spark plugand replace the air filter.
A new sparkplugand cleanair filter assure properfuel-air
mixture andhelpthe engine run better andlast longer.
3.4.1 GENERATORMAINTENANCE
Operateand storethe unit in a clean dry environmentwhere it will
not be exposedto excessivedust,dirt, moistureor any corrosive
vapors.Coolingair slotsin thegeneratormust not becomeclogged
with snow, leaves,or any otherforeign material.
Checkthe cleanlinessof the generatorfrequentlyand cleanwhen
dust, dirt, oil, moistureor otherforeign substancesarevisible on
its exteriorsurface.
,_ CAUTION!
,l_ Never insert any object or tool through the air
cooling slots, even if the engine is not running.
NOTE:
DONOTuse a garden hose to cleangenerator.Water can
enter the engine fuel system and causeproblems.In addition,
if water entersthe generatorthrough coolingair slots,some
waterwill be retained in voidsand crevicesof the rotor
and stator windinginsulation.Water anddirt buildup on the
generatorinternalwindingswill eventually decreasethe
insulationresistanceof these windings.
3.4.2 TOCLEANTHEGENERATOR
* Usea damp cloth to wipe exteriorsurfaces clean.
* A soft, bristlebrush maybe usedto loosencakedon dirt, oil, etc.
* A vacuumcleanermay be usedto pick up loose dirt anddebris.
* Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to
blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openingson the
generator.Theseopeningsmustbekeptcleanandunobstructed.
3.4.3 ENGINEMAINTENANCE
When working on the generator, always
disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
keep the wire away from the spark plug.
3.4.4 CHECKINGOILLEVEL
See the "BEFORESTARTINGTHE GENERATOR"section for
information on checking the oil level. The oil level should be
checkedbeforeeachuse,or at leasteveryeighthoursof operation.
Keepthe oil levelmaintained.
3.4.5 CHANGINGTHEOILANDOILFILTER
Changethe oil and filter after the first 30 hours of operation.
Changethe oil every 100 hours or every season thereafter. If
running this unit under dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely
hotweather,changethe oil moreoften.
ACAUTION!
,_ Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to
cool before draining oil. Avoid prolonged
or repeated skin exposure with used oil.
Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap.
Usethefollowinginstructionsto changethe oil after the engine
coolsdown:
1. Cleanareaaroundoil drainplug.
2. Removeoil drain plugfrom engineand oil fill plug to drainoil
completelyinto a suitablecontainer.
3. When oil has completely drained, install oil drain plug and
tightensecurely.
4. Placea suitable containerbeneaththe oil filter and turn filter
counterclockwise to remove. Discard according to local
regulations.
5. Coat gasket of new filter with clean engine oil. Turn filter
clockwise untilgasketcontacts lightlywith filter adapter.Then
tightenan additional3/4 turn.
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