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Generac — CHECKING FLYWHEEL MAGNET:

A Generac service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. 1. Place the flywheel on a wooden surface.
  2. 2. Hold a screwdriver at the extreme end of its handle and
  3. with its point down.
  4. 3. Move the tip of the screwdriver to about 3/4 inch (19mm)
  5. from the magnet. The screwdriver blade should be pulled
  6. in against the magnet.

Tools required

  • 2. Hold a screwdriver at the extreme end of its handle and
  • from the magnet. The screwdriver blade should be pulled
  • 3. Move the tip of the screwdriver to about 3/4 inch (19mm)

Source: manual:0C1103A.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.