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3.5 Gaseous Fuel System

The gaseous fuel system utilizes a fuel valve (with

solenoid) to control the fuel flow to the fuel regulator.

The

generator-mounted

pressure as fuel passes to the carburetor.

Figure 3-4. The carburetor controls the ratio of fuel to air

under varying loads and speed conditions. Because the

carburetor receives fuel in a gaseous state, it does not

have to provide vaporization of the fuel.

1. Gas fuel valve

2. Gas fuel regulator

Figure 3-4 Fuel Regulator and Valve

3.5.1 Carburetor (LP Vapor)

Generator sets are equipped with an emission certified

engine. No adjustments can be made. Contact an

authorized service distributor/dealer about adjustments

for altitude performance on emission certified engines.

14 Scheduled Maintenance

regulator

reduces

fuel

See

FE-255000-G

3.6 Air Cleaner

At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect,

clean, or replace the air cleaner element. Clean the

element more frequently in dirty, dusty conditions.

Check the element for accumulated oil or dirt that could

cause poor performance.

cleaner element.

Follow the procedure described

below.

Air Cleaner Service Procedure

A dry-type air cleaner silences and filters the intake air.

The air intake silencer assembly connects to the intake

manifold via a flexible hose. Refer to Figure 3-5 during

this procedure.

1. Release the spring clips to open the housing and

remove the air silencer element.

2. Tap the element lightly against a flat surface to

dislodge loose surface dirt.

element in any liquid or use compressed air as

these will damage the filter element.

3. Examine the element and housing for damage.

Replace the element or housing if necessary.

4. Wipe the cover and base with a clean rag to remove

dirt. Make sure the sealing surfaces fit correctly

and reattach the spring clips.

1. Cover

2. Spring clip(s)

3. Housing

4. Pressure tap,

(1/8--27 NPT)

Figure 3-5 Air Cleaner

Replace a damaged air

Do not clean the

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5. Element

6. Dust ejector

TP-6334

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