Generac G0072100 — Cleaning the Sediment Trap
Maintenance · fuel sediment trap
For the Generac G0072100, from the Generac owner's manual.
Applies to: Generac G0072100, Generac G-Force 400 Series engine, Generac G-Force 800 Series engine, Generac G-Force 1000 Series engine
Before you start
- Explosion and fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. No leakage of fuel is permitted. Keep fire and spark away.
Procedure
- Remove intake side panel.
- Turn generator fuel supply OFF.
- Unscrew and remove cap.
- Use a clean-out tool (not provided) to remove accumulated moisture and particles from cap and body.
- Wipe inside of each component with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.
- Seal threads of cap with appropriate sealing compound; install cap and hand-tighten.
- Tighten cap with an appropriately sized pipe wrench. Do not overtighten.
- Turn generator fuel supply ON; inspect for leaks with non-corrosive gas leak detection fluid.
- Install intake side panel.
Tools required
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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.