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FIG. 17
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 17.
Check and clean the spark arrestor according to the gures
specied in the Maintenance Schedule or the engine
manual (if applicable). Failure to clean the spark arrestor
will result in degraded engine performance.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for
30minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-ventilated
area.
l Remove the screws and mufer cover.
l Remove the screw securing the spark arrestor bracket.
l Remove the spark arrestor from the generator.
l Gently clean the screen and spark arrestor using a wire
brush.
l Reinstall the spark arrestor, screen, and bracket. Tighten
screws securely.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND
CARBURETOR FLOAT BOWL
See Figures 18 - 20.
WARNING
ALWAYS store gasoline in a con-
tainer approved for gasoline. Unapproved containers
can break or deteriorate allowing gasoline or gasoline
vapors to escape which can create a serious hazard.
Even properly stabilized fuel can leave residue and cause
corrosion if left long term. If storing the generator for two
to six months, drain the oat bowl to prevent gum and var-
nish buildup in the carburetor. If storing the generator for
longer than six months, drain the fuel tank to prevent fuel
separation, deterioration, and deposits in the fuel system.
l Turn off the generator and allow the engine to cool for
30minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-ventilated
area.
Todraintheoatbowl:
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the GASOLINE
OFF position.
l Loosen screws and remove the engine service cover.
l Locate the drain valve on the bottom of the carburetor
oat bowl.
l Attach a drain hose onto the drain valve.
l Place the bottom end of the hose outside the generator
into an approved gasoline container to catch the drained
fuel.
l Rotate the drain valve counterclockwise to open.
l Close the drain valve by rotating clockwise when the oat
bowl is empty. Install the engine service cover.
A - Spark Arrestor
B - Screen
C - Screws
D - Bracket
A
D
C
FIG. 18
A - Drain Valve
B - Drain Hose
B
A
B