Porter-Cable BS600 - Manual (Page 14)

14 — ENG
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty of the generator does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli-
gence. To receive full value from the warranty, opera-
tor must maintain the generator as instructed in this
manual.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Refer to the Engine Operator's manual for service and
maintenance of the engine.
GENERATOR MAINTENANCE
Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all
times. The generator should not be stored or oper-
ated in environments that includes excessive moisture,
dust or any corrosive vapors. If these substances are
on the generator, clean with a cloth or soft bristle
brush. Do not use a garden hose or anything with
water pressure to clean the generator. Water may
enter the cooling air slots and could possibly damage
the rotor, stator and the internal windings of the
generator head.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI receptacle)
(for BS600)
MONTHLY: For maximum protection against electrical
shock the GFCI should be tested monthly.
To test:
1. Depress the TEST button. The RESET button
should extend. If the RESET button does not
extend, notify a Porter-Cable Authorized Service
Center.
2. To restore power, depress the RESET button firmly
into the GFCI unit until an audible click is heard. If
reset properly, the RESET button is flush with the
surface of the test button. When the button stays
in, the power is ON.
Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in
extreme dusty or dirty conditions.
Note 2: Check oil after 5 hours of operation
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE
MAINTENANCE TASK
Before each
use
X
Every 25
Hours of Every
Season
See Note 2
X
Every 50
Hours of Every
Season
See Note 1
Every 100
Hours of Every
Season
X
Check oil level
Change oil
Clean Air Filter Assembly
Check Spark Plug
Prepare Unit for Storage Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for more than 30 days.