5.1
Reminder of use
Ensuring maintenance is performed regularly and correctly will guarantee safety and performance. The oil, filter elements and,
where present, the spark plug, are consumables which must be in good condition for the unit to operate correctly.
Replace them regularly as often as is needed (the reference for ready-to-use maintenance kits is given in the table of
technical specifications where applicable). The warranty becomes void in the event of failure to respect the maintenance
recommendations. For any questions about a special operation, please contact your nearest agent who will advise and help you.
5.2
Maintenance intervals table
The maintenance frequency is given as an indication only and is for devices using fuel and oil complying with the specifications
given in this manual. The maintenance intervals can be shortened depending on the unit's operating conditions and requirements.
Perform the maintenance operations at the indicated due dates even if the number of hours' operation has not been reached. The
warranty will be invalidated if maintenance of the unit has not been performed correctly.
Operation to be carried out:
Clean the unit
Unit
Check the battery charge
Change
Oil
Replace the filter
Fuel
Replace the filter
Air filter
Replace
Part numbers of parts to be used during maintenance:
*
If KOHLER oil is used, the interval can be extended to 150 hours of operation.
5.3
Performing the maintenance operations
1.
Shut down the unit and wait at least 30 minutes for it to cool.
2.
Disconnect the "–" terminal on the battery, if fitted.
3.
Carry out maintenance in accordance with the information given in this manual and, to avoid the risk of damage to the unit,
only use original parts or their equivalent.
5.3.1
Replace the oil filter and change the oil
The used oil and filter must be recycled or eliminated according to the local regulations in force. In order for the drain operation to
be more effective, it is advisable to run the generating set for around ten minutes before the drain operation in order to make the oil
more fluid.
Drain the oil:
1.
Using a suitable container, drain the engine oil completely by removing the drain plug (A16-B4) and oil filler cap (A4).
2.
Let all of the oil drain out before refitting the drain plug.
Replace the oil filter:
3.
Using an Allen key, unscrew the fastening screw (B5) on the oil filter cover and remove it.
4.
Remove the oil filter (A17-B6) and dispose of it.
5.
Clean the oil filter support bracket and coat the oil filter seal with clean engine oil.
6.
Fit a new oil filter and refit the oil filter cover by tightening the fastening screw.
Fill up the oil:
7.
With the oil drain plug closed and using a funnel, fill up with oil that complies with the specifications in this manual and
check the level regularly using the dipstick.
The oil level must be between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick. If the oil level is too low, keep topping it up. If the oil
level is too high, drain some off.
8.
Check that there are no leaks,and wipe away any traces of oil with a clean cloth.
5.3.2
Replacing the air filter
1.
Unscrew the wheel (D1) and remove the cover from the air filter (D2).
2.
Remove the wing nut (D3) and remove the filter elements (D4 & D5).
3.
Replace the filter elements with new elements.
4.
Check that the rubber seal (D6) is in good condition; have it replaced if necessary.
5.
Refit the filter elements, wing nut, and then the air filter cover, screwing the wheel back in.
5.3.3
Replace the fuel filter
1.
Place a suitable container underneath the fuel filter (A18-C1).
2.
Note the direction of assembly for the fuel filter.
3.
Pinch the mounting clips (C2) and remove the hoses.
4.
Unscrew the retaining clamp screw (C3) and remove then discard the worn fuel filter.
5.
Observing the direction of fitting, fit a new fuel filter between the hoses by pinching the mounting clips.
6.
Refit the mounting clip and tighten the screw.
7.
Fill up with fuel.
8.
Check that there are no leaks, and wipe away any traces of fuel with a clean cloth.
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