Owner's Manual - Kipor Power Systems

7. MAINTENANCEThe purpose of the maintenance and adjustment schedule is to keep thegenerator in the best operating condition.■Shut off the engine before performing anymaintenance. If the engine must be run, makesure the area is well ventilated. The exhaustcontains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.■Use genuine Kiporparts or the equivalent. Theuse of replacement parts which are not ofequivalent quality may damage the generator.7.1 Emission Control SystemEmission sourceExhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, nitrous oxide (NOx), andhydrocarbons. It is very important to control the emissions of NO X andhydrocarbons as they are a major contributor to air pollution. Carbon monoxideis a poisonous gas. The emission of fuel vapors is a source of pollution as well.The Kipor generator engine utilizes a precise air-fuel ratio and emission controlsystem to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide, NO X , hydrocarbons, andevaporative fuel emissions.RegulationYour engine has been designed to meet current Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) clean airstandards. The regulations dictate that the manufacturer provide operation andmaintenance standards regarding the emission control system. Tune upspecifications are provided in the Specifications section and a description ofthe emission control system may be found in the appendix to this manual,Adherence to the following instructions will ensure your engine meets theemission control standards.- 28 -