Spark Plugs
Electrical Shock can cause injury.
Do not touch wires while
generator is running.
Never operate generator in rain or snow.
Never touch generator with wet hands or
electrical shock may occur.
When replace spark plug light (Z) goes on,
press reset (AC) and follow maintenance
instructions.
Clean out spark plug recess. Remove spark
plug (Q) and replace.
1. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust
gap, see specification table for adjustment.
2. Install spark plug (Q) into cylinder head.
3. Torque spark plug (Q) to 20 ft. lb. (27 N·m).
Air Cleaner
NOTE: Operating engine with loose or
damaged air cleaner components
could cause premature wear and
failure. Replace all bent or damaged
components.
When replace air cleaner light (AA) goes on,
press reset (AC) and follow maintenance
instructions.
1. Remove screw (T) and air cleaner cover (U).
2. Remove foam element (V) from air cleaner
base (W).
3. Wash foam element (V) in warm water with
detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry.
4. Lightly oil foam element (V) with new engine
oil; squeeze out excess oil.
5. Reinstall foam element (V) into air cleaner
base (W).
6. Reinstall cover and secure with screw (T).
Breather Tube
Ensure both ends of breather tube are properly
connected.
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Air Cooling
Never operate generator with heat shields or
guards removed. Do not modify generator.
Place generator in a place where pedestrians
or children are not likely to touch generator.
Be sure to carry generator only by its
carrying handles.
Proper cooling is essential. To prevent over
heating, ensure air cooling inlet and outlet
areas are clean and unobstructed. Avoid
spraying water at wiring harness or any
electrical components. Refer to Maintenance
Schedule.
Ground Terminal
Ground terminal (H) connects earth line for
prevention of electric shock. When electric
device is grounded, be sure to ground
generator also.
Connect generator to ground: Attach a 6 AWG
(10 mm
2
connection and to a galvanized steel grounding
rod (not provided) driven 3.3 ft. (1 m) into
ground.
Connecting Alternating Current (AC)
NOTE: Ensure all electric devices including
NOTE: Ensure total load is within generator
NOTE: Ensure receptacle load current is within
1. Start engine.
2. Plug into AC receptacle (C, D or G).
3. Turn on any electric devices.
AC Rated Power
AC rated power is maximum amount of power
generator can support.
AC Maximum Power
AC maximum power is additional power
generator momentarily produces to aid in
starting of electrical devices requiring power
above generator's rated power requirements.
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WARNING
Hot Parts can cause severe
burns.
Do not touch generator while
operating or just after stopping.
) copper wire to generator's ground
lines and plug connection are in good
condition before connection to
generator.
rated output.
receptacle rated current.
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