Westinghouse WGen9500 — Spark Plug Maintenance
Maintenance
For the Westinghouse WGen9500, from the Westinghouse owner's manual.
Applies to: Westinghouse WGen9500
Before you start
- Never apply side load when removing/installing spark plug
Parts for this job
- 180526 Spark plug eBay
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Westinghouse WGen9500. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Stop generator and let cool; move to flat surface
- Remove spark plug boot by pulling straight away from engine
- Clean area around spark plug
- Remove spark plug with socket wrench provided
- Cover spark plug opening with clean rag
- Inspect for cracked/chipped insulator, wear, and gap 0.027-0.032 in (0.70-0.80 mm)
- Hand-thread spark plug back in until it bottoms out
- Tighten with socket wrench to fully seat
- Replace spark plug boot fully engaging tip
Tools required
- spark plug socket wrench Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Gap 0.027-0.032 in (0.70-0.80 mm)
Full service-parts list: Westinghouse WGen9500 →
Source: Westinghouse 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.