Multiquip Portable Generator GAC3.6HZ - Manual (Page 18)

page 18 — gac3.6hz 60 hz geNeRaTOR• OpeRaTiON aNd paRTs maNual — Rev. #1 (03/31/10)
cOMpOnents (generatOr)
10. spark plug – Provides spark to the ignition system.
Set spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch)
Clean spark plug once a week.
11. muffler/heat shield – Used to reduce noise and
emissions. NeveR touch this heat shield when the
generator/welder is in use. Always allow time for engine
to cool before servicing.
12. air cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from
entering the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air
filter cannister to gain access to filter element. NeveR
run the engine without an air cleaner.
13. Fuel Tank cap – Remove cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Replenish with clean unleaded
gasoline. Make sure cap is tightened securely. dO
NOT over fill.
14. choke lever – Used for starting the engine. Close
the choke lever when starting a cold engine or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture. Open the choke lever if starting a warm engine
or in warm weather conditions.
15. Fuel cock lever – Turn lever downward to start (down)
the flow of fuel into the carburetor. Turn upward to stop
(up) the flow of fuel.
Figure 4. Generator Components (Continued)
16. engine Oil Filler cap – Remove cap/dipstick when
the adding of engine oil is required. See Table 4 for
recommended type engine oil.
17. engine Oil drain plug – Remove drain plug when
draining of the oil from the engine crankcase is
required. Fill with recommeded type oil as listed in
Table 4.
18. Recoil starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method.
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly.
19. Fuel Tank – Fuel tank capacity is 5 gallons (19 liters)
20. Fuel gauge – This gauge is located on top of the fuel
tank. Read this gauge to determine when fuel is low.
NOTICE
This hONda engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown
capability. A built in sensor will automatically turn off the
engine should the oil level fall below a safe operating
condition. Make sure the generators is placed on level
ground. Placing the generators on level ground will
ensure that the low oil sensor will function properly.