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Generac 4700 / QuietPact 40 — Crankcase Breather Inspection

Maintenance

For the Generac 4700 / QuietPact 40, from the Generac service manual.

Applies to: Generac 4700, Generac QuietPact 40, Generac GH-220 engine

Procedure

  1. Remove the breather tube. Check tube for cracks, hardening or other damage; replace if necessary.
  2. Clean the rocker arm cover in commercial solvent.
  3. Make sure the two small drain holes are open; use a length of wire if necessary.
  4. Check the rivets that retain the check valve, make sure they are tight.
  5. Seal all holes on the breather plate.
  6. Apply air pressure of 5 psi (0.352 kg/cm2) through the breather hose hole; no leakage must be observed.
  7. If necessary, reseal the plate with Type 103 black RTV sealant.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Air pressure 5 psi (0.352 kg/cm2)
  • Type 103 black RTV sealant

Full service-parts list: Generac 4700 →, Generac QuietPact 40 →

Source: Generac service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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