Homelite HG5700 - Manual (Page 18)

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120/240V AC/CA
120V AC/CA
Cord
Retainer
Cord
Retainer
120V AC/CA CIRCUIT BREAKER DISYUNTOR
 Replace the element in the air filter unit.
 Replace the air filter cover and tighten screws to se-
cure.
NOTE: Do not run the generator without the air filter. Rapid
engine wear will result.
CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 1.

Remove the oil cap/dipstick.
 Place a container underneath the oil drainage bolt to
collect used lubricant as it drains.
 Unscrew the oil drainage bolt and remove.
 Allow lubricant to drain completely.
 Reinstall the oil drainage bolt and tighten securely.
 Refill with lubricant following the instructions in the
Checking/Adding Lubricant section.
 Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick.
NOTE: Used lubricant should be disposed of at an ap-
proved disposal site. See your local oil retailer for more
information.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE
See Figure 1.
The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits
in order to ensure proper engine operation. To check:

Remove the spark plug cap.
 Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
 Remove spark plug using wrench (not included).
 Inspect spark plug for damage, and clean with a wire
brush before reinstalling. If insulator is cracked or
chipped, spark plug should be replaced.
NOTE: If replacing, use the following recommended spark
plug or equivalent: NGK BPR4ES.
 Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.028−0.031 in.
(0.7-0.8 mm). To widen gap, if necessary, carefully bend
the ground (top) electrode. To lessen gap, gently tap
ground electrode on a hard surface.
 Seat spark plug in position; thread in by hand to prevent
cross-threading.
 Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark plug
is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer appropriate
amount. If reusing old spark plug, use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for
proper washer compression.
NOTE: An improperly tightened spark plug will become
very hot and could damage the engine.
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 12
Fig. 11
filter
eleMent
air filter
Unit
oil drainage
Bolt
oil cap/
dipstick
air filter
cover
Fig. 13
spark
plUg
spark
plUg
cap
screws