HONDA EB5000X - Manual (Page 45)

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Spark Arrester Maintenance
SPARK ARRESTER
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
SCREW
After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to
compress the washer.
If installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plug
seats to compress the washer. If reinstalling a used spark plug,
tighten 1/8
1/4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the
washer.
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the
cylinder head.
If the generator has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Allow it
to cool before proceeding.
The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to maintain its
efficiency.
Clean the spark arrester as follows:
Loosen the screw by the exhaust port of the muffler and remove the
spark arrester.
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen.
Inspect the screen for breaks or tears and replace it if necessary.
Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of removal.
Check that the spark plug sealing washer is in good condition, and
thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 6.
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