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9. MAINTENANCE
FIG.12
Make sure that the generator is not running when carrying out maintenance work.
The ‘Draper’ generator has been designed to operate over a long period of time. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper machine care, regular cleaning and by following
the periodic maintenance schedule. If the generator is operating in unusually dusty or hot
conditions the time between servicing the generator must be decreased.
Inspect the generator and extension cables periodically and if damaged have them repaired
by a qualified person or authorised service body. Do not use the generator with damaged
parts.
9.1 OIL REPLACEMENT
- Warm up engine on level ground.
- Turn engine off.
- Remove oil filler cap.
- Open drain plug and let oil drain completely into a pan placed under the engine.
- Check gaskets and if required. Refit drain plug and refill engine with clean oil.
- Replace filler cap.
9.2 SPARK PLUG INSPECTION - FIG. 12
- Remove spark plug connection by hand.
- Remove spark plug with plug spanner provided.
- Inspect the spark plug. It should be a tan colour.
- Adjust the gap 0.7 - 0.8mm.
- Replace the spark plug with correct torque:
20Nm (2m.kg 14 ftlb).
- Replace spark plug if required.
9.3 AIR FILTER CLEANING - FIG. 13
CAUTION: Do not run the engine without the air
filter element in place.
- Unscrew the air filter cover .
- Remove filter element and wash well in solvent.
- Pour a small amount of oil (SAE 20) onto the
filter element and gently squeeze out any excess oil.
- Replace the filter element and air filter cover.
- Be sure the filter cover seats properly all around.
FIG.13
16
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