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CLEANING FUEL SEDIMENT CUP
6.
Soak air filter in clean engine oil.
7. Squeeze out excess oil.
Engine will smoke during initial start-up if too much oil is
left in filter.
8. Reinstall air filter.
9. Reinstall air cleaner cover and tighten thumbscrew.
7.2 CLEANING FUEL SEDIMENT CUP
The sediment cup prevents any dirt or water that may be
in the fuel tank from entering the carburetor.
Clean fuel sediment cup at the intervals specified in
Table 7-1.
To clean fuel sediment cup:
1. Stop the engine if it is running.
2. Be sure the generator is set on a flat, level surface.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
4. Using a socket wrench with a 10 mm socket, remove
the fuel sediment cup assembly (sediment cup, o-
ring, and fuel screen).
5. Clean the fuel screen (A), o-ring (B), and sediment
cup (C), with soap and water.
6. Wipe the pieces clean with a clean, dry cloth.
7. Reinstall the sediment cup, o-ring, and fuel filter.
8. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position and check for
leaks.
FIGURE 7-7: Air Cleaner Oiling
FIGURE 7-8: Excess Oil Removal
Frequent or prolonged contact with engine oil may cause
skin cancer.
• Thoroughly wash hands and any areas of skin exposed
to used oil with soap and water.
To clean fuel sediment cup, you will need:
Socket wrench with 10 mm socket
Household soap and water
Clean, dry cloth
FIGURE 7-9: Fuel Sediment Cup Assembly Removal
FIGURE 7-10: Fuel Sediment Cup Assembly Pieces
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