Honeywell HW5500E Owners Manual - Page 35

Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen WARNING Muffler reaches temperatures that can cause serious burns if touched. NEVER touch hot surfaces. Generator muffler is equipped with spark arrestor screen, which must be cleaned according to maintenance schedule (Table 2). To clean spark arrestor screen, you will need: ‰ 1/4" socket wrench ‰ 8 mm socket ‰ Slotted screwdriver ‰ Pliers ‰ Wire brush 1. Stop generator if engine is running. Allow to completely cool. 2. Place the generator on a flat, level surface. 3. Using a socket wrench with 8 mm socket, remove the muffler cover bolts. 4. Remove muffler cover. 7. Using pliers remove the spark arrestor screen cover (B) using a gentle rocking motion. 8. Remove the spark arrestor screen (C). 9. Inspect spark arrestor screen. „ If screen is damaged or excessively worn, replace with new screen. „ If screen is in good condition, clean using wire brush and then reinstall. FIGURE 55: Clean Screen 10. Reinstall remaining spark arrestor components carefully aligning screw holes. „ Screen cover „ Clamp „ Muffler cover Transporting Generator WARNING Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires. Cool generator completely before transporting or storing. FIGURE 53: Remove Muffler Cover 5. Loosen the spark arrestor clamp screw (A) with a slotted screwdriver. C A When transporting the generator: • Press engine control switch to OFF position. • Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position. • Keep generator level to prevent fuel spillage. • Be sure pins are in place in the handle and handle bracket before moving generator. NOTICE NEVER drop, strike, or place heavy objects on generator when transporting. B FIGURE 54: Spark Arrestor Assembly 6. Remove spark arrestor clamp. HW5500/HW5500E/HW5500EL/HW5500L Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual www.honeywellgenerators.com 29