Honeywell HW2000i - Manual (Page 28)

Cleaning Fuel Strainer
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Cleaning Fuel Strainer
Adding Fuel
1. Stop the generator if the engine is running. Allow to
completely cool.
2. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
3. Remove the fuel cap.
4. Slowly pour gasoline into the fuel tank. Be careful not
to overfill.
5. Reinstall the fuel cap and fully tighten.
NOTE:
Occasional, light spark knock, "pinging", or rattling noise
is normal while operating under heavy loads. If spark
knock, pinging, or rattling occurs at a steady engine
speed, under normal load, drain the fuel (page 26) and
refill with fresh gasoline. If the noise persists, see an
authorized generator dealer.
Cleaning Fuel Strainer
The fuel strainer helps prevent residue from entering the
carburetor. Clean the fuel strainer at the intervals specified
in Table 3.
To clean fuel strainer:
1. Stop the generator if the engine is running. Allow to
completely cool.
2. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
3. Remove the fuel cap (A) and fuel strainer (B).
4. Clean the fuel strainer with soap and water.
5. Wipe the fuel strainer clean with a clean, dry cloth.
6. Gently reinstall the fuel strainer and replace the fuel
cap.
Ethanol
(ethyl or grain
alcohol)
Gasoline containing more than 10%
ethanol by volume may cause start-
ing or performance problems. Gaso-
line containing ethanol may be
marketed under the name "Gasohol".
Methanol
(methyl or wood
alcohol)
Gasoline containing methanol must
contain co-solvents and corrosion
inhibitors to protect fuel system. Gas-
oline containing more than 5% meth-
anol by volume may cause starting
and/or performance problems and
may damage metal, rubber and plas-
tic parts of fuel system.
MTBE
(methyl tertiary
butyl ether)
You can use gasoline containing up
to 15% MTBE by volume.
TABLE 6. Oxygenated Fuel Types
NOTICE
To avoid damage to engine, never use stale or contaminated
gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in
fuel tank.
Use fresh gasoline with a pump octane rating of 87 or
higher.
FIGURE 29: Adding Fuel (HW2000i model illustrated)
FIGURE 30: Fuel Level
NOTICE
Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging
can cause engine damage. Warranty does not cover parts
damaged by misuse.
To clean fuel strainer, you will need:
‰ Household soap and water
‰ Clean, dry cloth
FIGURE 31: Fuel Strainer Removal
A
B