CAT Portable Generator RP-3600

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Stop the engine and use a suitable container to collect the used oil.

Remove the oil filler cap (1) and drain plug (3) to drain the oil.

Reinstall the drain plug and tighten to 18 ± 2 lb ft (24 ± 3Nm).

Refill the oil and check the oil level. Refer to Engine Oil Level – Check.

Install and tighten the oil filler cap.

Dispose of the used oil properly.

Check the oil level before each use. Refer to the Engine Oil - Check procedure in this manual.

1. Check the fuel level gauge (1).

2. If the fuel level is low, remove fuel cap (2)

3. Check the strainer. If the strainer is dirty, clean the strainer. Refer to Fuel Tank Cap and

Strainer – Clean for instructions.

4. Add fuel. The use of a fuel stabilizer is highly recommended as the unit may sit for long periods of time before needed.

Perform the Walk-Around Inspection before each use as described later in this manual.

Before starting the engine perform a visual inspection of the unit. Look for:

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

-Spark Arrestor - Inspect/Clean/Replace

This unit has a spark arrestor fitted to the exhaust outlet of the muffler. The spark arrestor should be cleaned with a soft wire brush after every 50 hours or 3 months of use. The spark arrestor should be replaced after every 100 hours of operation or if it becomes damaged.

WARNING: Hot parts or hot components can cause burns or personal injury. Do not allow hot parts or components to contact your skin. Use protective clothing or protective equipment to protect your skin.

DO NOT perform this maintenance procedure until the muffler has cooled.

Remove screws (2). Remove spark arrestor (1)

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

A dirty air filter will restrict air flow into the carburetor, will cause poor fuel economy, and may damage the engine. To keep the generator in good operating condition, service the air filter regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.

Note: Never operate the generator without the air filter in place. Operating the generator without the air filter in place will result in rapid engine wear.

Is the air filter clean and not damaged?

If the air filter is dirty, wash the filter. If the air filter is damaged, replace the air filter.

Use a nonflammable solvent or a mixture of household detergent and warm water to wash the filter. Rinse the filter thoroughly to remove all of the cleaning solution. After the filter has dried, pour some engine oil onto the filter. Then squeeze the filter to distribute the oil throughout the filter and remove any excess oil.

Note: Do not wring out the filter. Wringing out the filter may damage the filter.