Air Filter Maintenance; Spark Plug Maintenance; Valve Clearance - A-iPower SUA3800i Manual Del Propietário

NOTE:
Please use an approved container to catch and
recycle the used oil.
If contaminated or deteriorated oil is used or the
quantity of the engine oil is not sufficient, engine
damage will result and its life will be greatly
shortened.
Maximum oil capacity: 18.6 fl.oz (0.55 L)

Air Filter Maintenance

For proper performance and long life, keep air filter
clean.
1. Stretch the telescopic handle.
2. Remove 6 bolts to remove the inverter intake cover.
3. Remove the cover (A) and set aside.
4. Remove the filter element (B).
5. If the filter element is dirty, clean with warm, soapy
water. Rinse and let dry.
6. Apply a light coat of engine lubricant to the element,
then squeeze it out.
7. Reinstall the element (B) in the air filter unit.
8. Reinstall the air filter cover (A).
B
A

Spark Plug Maintenance

The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of
deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation.
To check:
inverter intake cover
C
A - Air filter cover
B - Filter element
C - Air filter unit
1. Turn knob and remove the maintenance cover.
2. Remove the spark plug cap (B).
3. Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
4. Remove spark plug (A) using provided wrench.
5. Inspect spark plug for damage, and clean with a
wire brush before reinstalling. If insulator is
cracked or chipped, spark plug should be replaced.
6. Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.028-0.031
in. (0.7-0.8 mm). To widen gap, if necessary,
carefully bend the ground (top) electrode. To
lessen gap, gently tap ground electrode on a hard
surface.
7. Seat spark plug in position; thread in by hand to
prevent cross-threading.
8. Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark
plug is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer
appropriate amount. If reusing old spark plug, use
1/8 to 1/4 turn for proper washer compression.
NOTE:
An improperly tightened spark plug will become
very hot and could damage the engine.
9. Reinstall the spark plug cap (B).

Valve Clearance

Important: Please contact Authorized Service Center
for service assistance. Proper valve clearance is
essential for prolonging the life of the engine. Check
valve clearance per maintenance schedule.
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A
A - Spark plug
B - Spark plug cap
0.7 - 0.8 mm
0.028 - 0.031 in.
B