Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen
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Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen
Generator muffler is equipped with spark arrestor screen,
which must be cleaned according to maintenance sched-
ule (Table 2).
1. Stop generator if engine is running. Allow to com-
pletely cool.
2. Place generator on a flat, level surface.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the spark arres-
tor screws and washers.
4. Remove the spark arrestor.
5. Inspect the spark arrestor screen.
If the screen is damaged or excessively worn,
replace the spark arrestor.
If the screen is in good condition, clean using a
wire brush.
6. Reinstall spark arrestor carefully aligning screw holes.
Cleaning Fuel Sediment Cup
The sediment cup helps prevent fuel tank residue from
entering the carburetor.
Clean fuel sediment cup at the intervals specified in
Table 2.
To clean fuel sediment cup:
1. Stop engine if it is running. Allow to completely cool.
2. Place generator on a flat, level surface.
3. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
4. While holding the fitting above the fuel shut-off valve
with a 22 mm open end wrench, remove the fuel sedi-
ment cup assembly (sediment cup, o-ring, and fuel
screen) using a 10 mm box wrench.
5. Clean fuel screen (A), o-ring (B), and sediment cup
(C), with soap and water.
6. Rinse parts thoroughly with water.
7. Wipe pieces clean with clean, dry cloth.
8. Reinstall sediment cup, o-ring, and fuel filter.
9. Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position.
10. Start generator and check for leaks.
Muffler reaches temperatures that can cause serious
burns if touched. NEVER touch hot surfaces.
To clean spark arrestor screen, you will need:
#2 Phillips screwdriver
*
* Not included
Wire brush*
FIGURE 33: Spark Arrestor Assembly
FIGURE 34: Clean Screen
To clean fuel sediment cup, you will need:
10 mm box wrench
*
* Not included
22 mm open end wrench*
Household soap and water
Clean, dry cloth
FIGURE 35: Fuel Sediment Cup Assembly Removal
FIGURE 36: Fuel Sediment Cup Assembly