Clean Spark Arrestor Screen; Valve Clearance; Storage - Powermate PM1200i Manuel De L'utilisateur

Clean Spark Arrestor Screen

The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arres-
tor screen. Inspect and clean the screen every
50 hours of operation or every 6 months,
whichever comes first.
To service spark arrestor:
1. Stop the unit and let it cool for several min-
utes.
2. See Figure 4-7. Remove the screws hold-
ing the muffler cover in place.
Figure 4-7.Remove Screws
3. See Figure 4-8. Remove the clamp to
remove retainer.
Figure 4-8.Spark Arrestor Screen
4. Slide spark arrestor screens out from the
muffler outlet tube.
5. Inspect screens and replace if torn, perfo-
rated or otherwise damaged. Do NOT use
a defective screen. If screen is not dam-
aged, clean with a commercial solvent.
6. Replace the screens, and retainer, and
secure with clamp.
7. Replace muffler cover and install screws.

Valve Clearance

Important: Please contact an Independent
Authorized Service Dealer for service assis-
tance. Proper valve clearance is essential for
prolonging the life of the engine.
• Intake — 0.08 ± 0.02 mm (cold), (0.003 ±
0.001 in)
• Exhaust — 0.10 ± 0.02 mm (cold) (0.004 ±
0.001 in)
Owner's Manual for Portable Generator

Storage

General
It is recommended to start and run the genera-
tor for 30 minutes, every 30 days. If this is not
possible, refer to the following list to prepare
unit for storage.
• DO NOT place a storage cover on a hot
generator. Allow unit to cool to room tem-
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perature before storage.
• DO NOT store fuel from one season to
another unless properly treated.
• Replace fuel container if rust is present.
Rust in fuel will cause fuel system prob-
lems.
• Cover unit with a suitable protective, mois-
ture resistant cover.
• Store unit in a clean, dry area.
• Always store generator and fuel away from
heat and ignition sources.
Prepare Fuel System/Engine for
Storage
Fuel stored over 30 days can go bad and
damage fuel system components. Keep fuel
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fresh, use fuel stabilizer.
If fuel stabilizer is added to the fuel system,
prepare and run engine for long term storage.
Run engine for 10-15 minutes to circulate sta-
bilizer throughout fuel system. Adequately
prepared fuel can be stored up to 24 months.
NOTE: If fuel has not been treated with fuel
stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved
container. Run engine until it stops from lack
of fuel. Use of fuel stabilizer in fuel storage
container is recommended to keep fuel fresh.
1. Change engine oil.
2. Remove spark plug.
3. Pour tablespoon (5-10cc) of clean engine
oil or spray a suitable fogging agent into
cylinder.
4. Pull starter recoil several times to distrib-
ute oil in cylinder.
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Store fuel in a well
ventilated area. Keep fire and spark away. Failure to
do so will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Verify machine has properly
cooled before installing cover and storing
machine. Hot surfaces could result in fire.
WARNING
Vision Loss. Eye protection is required to
avoid spray from spark plug hole when
cranking engine. Failure to do so could
result in vision loss.
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