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Generac 9344 — Fuel Injection Timing Adjustment

Adjustments · Fuel injection pump and shims

For the Generac 9344, from the Generac service manual.

Applies to: Generac 9344

Procedure

  1. Install the injection pump using a shim 0.5mm (0.020 inch) thick.
  2. Remove the delivery holder at the front of the injection pump.
  3. Remove the delivery valve (IN); reinstall the spring and the delivery holder.
  4. Move the governor control lever to its full increase position to deliver fuel with No. 1 piston around 25 degrees BTDC.
  5. Slowly turn the crankshaft clockwise until fuel stops coming from the delivery holder; check piston position (16.5-17.5 BTDC).
  6. If piston position is later than 16.5 BTDC use a thinner shim; if earlier than 17.5 BTDC use a thicker shim.
  7. Assemble the delivery valve (IN); tighten the delivery holder to 29-33 Ft.-Lbs.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Injection timing piston position 16.5-17.5 BTDC
  • Delivery holder tightening torque 29-33 Ft.-Lbs. (4.0-4.5 m-kg)

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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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