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Generac — Engine Spark Plug Service

Maintenance

From a Generac owner's manual covering: IMPACT 36, IMPACT-34 plus, Impact-36 plus. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Generac Impact-36 plus, Generac GN-220 engine

Before you start

  • Sparking can occur if wire terminal does not fit firmly over spark plug terminal end.

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Generac Impact-36 plus. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Clean spark plug by scraping or wire brushing and washing with solvent.
  2. Set plug gap to 0.030 inch (0.76mm).
  3. Do not blast clean spark plug.
  4. Ensure wire terminal fits firmly over spark plug terminal end.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Every 100 hours of operation

Full service-parts list: Generac Impact-36 plus →

Source: Generac owner's 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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