John Deere HR-G1100 User Manual

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Operating the Generator

Operator’s Manual

OPERATION

SPARK ARRESTER:

In a dry or wooded area, it is recommended to use the product with a

spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please

check your local laws and regulations before operating your product.

The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as

designed.

A clogged spark arrester :

• Prevents the ﬂow of exhaust gas
• Reduces engine output
• Increases fuel consumption
• Makes starting difﬁcult

CAUTION: IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING, THE

M U F F L E R A N D T H E S PA R K A R R E S T E R

WILL BE VERY HOT. ALLOW THE MUFFLER TO COOL

BEFORE CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTER.

How to remove the spark arrester (Fig. 13):

1. Remove the ﬂange bolts from the mufﬂer cover and remove the

mufﬂer cover.

2. Remove the special screw from the spark arrester and remove the

spark arrester from the mufﬂer.

Clean the spark arrester screen (Fig. 14):

1. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen.

Be careful to avoid damaging the screen.

2. The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes. Replace the

spark arrester if it is damaged.

3. Install the spark arrester, and mufﬂer protector in the reverse order

of disassembly.

(Fig. 14)

SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN

SCREW

MUFFLER

(Fig. 13)