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22 | Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment
1. Turn o the generator and let it cool for several
minutes if running.
2. Move the generator to a at, level surface.
3. Locate the air lter cover on top of the engine. Unclip
the 4 clips on the sides of the air lter cover (Figure
17).
Figure 17 - Unclip air lter cover
4. Clean air lter ns with compressed air to remove
debris. Do not submerge in water or add oil.
NOTICE
Do not clean this air lter with liquid or oil. Only
compressed air can be used. If the ns or foam
element are ripped, replace the lter.
5. Replace the air lter with the correct side up. (See
Figure 18). Make sure lter is seated properly.
Top of lter Bottom of lter
Figure 18 - Air Filter
6. Fasten 4 clips to secure air lter top cover in place.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Stop the engine.
2. Let engine sit and cool for several minutes (allow
crankcase pressure to equalize).
3. Place oil pan (or suitable container) under the oil
drain plug (see Figure 16).
4. With a damp rag, thoroughly clean around the oil
drain plug.
5. Remove the oil drain plug (see Figure 16).Once
removed, place the oil drain plug on a clean surface.
oil pan
Figure 16 - Oil Drain Plug
6. Allow oil to completely drain.
7. Replace oil drain plug.
8. Fill crankcase with oil following the steps outlined in
Adding Engine Oil.
NOTICE
Never dispose of used engine oil by dumping the
oil into a sewer, on the ground, or into ground
water or waterways. Always be environmentally
responsible. Follow the guidelines of the EPA or
other governmental agencies for proper disposal
of hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Never use gasoline or other ammable
solvents to clean the air lter. Use only
household detergent soap to clean the
air lter.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air lter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of use
or 3 months (frequency should be increased if generator
is operated in a dusty environment).
MAINTENANCE
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