General Maintenance; Cleaning The Generator; Cleaning The Air Filter - SNOWJOE SUNJOE SJG4100LP Manuel D'utilisation

Stop the Generator
Emergency stop
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
1. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position (Fig. 27).
Engine switch
2. Close the cylinder valve completely.
Normal stop
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
1. Remove any load from the generator.
2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position (Fig. 27).
3. Close the cylinder valve completely.
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WARNING!
Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of "cool
down" time before storage. Heat created by muffler and
exhaust gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns
and/or ignite combustible objects.
Maintenance
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control
devices and systems may be performed by any qualified
repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent
parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an
authorized service center; please contact Snow Joe
Sun Joe customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE
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(1-866-766-9563) for assistance.
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WARNING!
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing
the machine, shut off engine, and remove the battery, wait for
all moving parts to stop. Allow 30 minutes of cool down time
before performing any maintenance. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious personal injury or property
damage.
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WARNING!
When servicing, use only recommended
or equivalent replacement parts. Use of any other parts can
create a hazard or cause product damage.
NOTE: Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.
Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate
this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
Please contact Snow Joe
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Fig. 27
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+ Sun Joe customer service center
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at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) or a qualified service
center for assistance.

General Maintenance

Keep the generator in a clean and dry environment where it is
not exposed to dust, dirt, moisture, or corrosive vapors. Do not
allow the cooling air slots in the generator to become clogged
with foreign material such as leaves, etc.
Do not use a garden hose to clean the generator. Water
entering the fuel system or other internal parts of the unit can
cause problems that will decrease the life of the generator.
Close propane cylinder valve completely. Inspect all hoses
before each use. Replace any damaged hoses before using the
generator.
Cleaning the Generator
1. Use a soft bristle brush and/or vacuum cleaner to loosen
and remove dirt and debris.
2. Clean air vents with low pressure air that does not exceed
25 psi.
3. Wipe the exterior surfaces of the generator with a damp
cloth.
Cleaning the Air Filter
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
1. Rotate the air filter lock knob counterclockwise to release.
Remove cover and the filter element inside (Fig. 28).
Fig. 28
Filter
element
Air filter
lock
knob
2. Clean air vents with low pressure air that does not exceed
25 psi.
3. If the filter element is dirty, clean with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and let dry.
4. Apply a light coat of engine lubricant to the filter element,
then squeeze it out.
5. Replace the element in the air filter unit.
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