A-iPower SUA4000i, Owner'S Manual

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GENERATOR PREPARATION
For subsequent operation, the oil level should be checked before each use, or after every 8 hours of opera-
tion. The generator is equipped with a low-oil sensor and will NOT start without a sufficient amount of oil.
Upper Limit
Lower Limit
Fig. 7
To check oil level (before every subsequent start):
1. Place the generator on a level surface. Make sure the engine is OFF
before adding or checking oil.
2. Open the oil access cover. Remove and wipe the dipstick with a
clean rag.
3. Insert the dipstick into the oil fill without screwing it in. Remove the
dipstick to check the oil mark (Fig. 7).
If the oil mark covers less than one half of the dipstick, slowly add oil
until the oil mark reaches to the top of the dipstick (or when you can
see the oil coming halfway up the oil fill threads).
4. Wipe clean any oil leaks and firmly tighten the dipstick. Reinstall
the oil access cover.
STEP 2 - ADD/CHECK FUEL
GASOLINE WARNING:
Keep generator away from open flame. This generator may emit highly
flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A
nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline.
• Do not operate near open flame, heat, or any other ignition source.
• Do not smoke near the generator.
• Always operate on a firm, level surface.
• Always turn generator off before refueling. Allow generator to cool for at least 2 minutes before re
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moving the fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fuel may expand during operation. Do not fill to the top of the tank. Allow for
expansion.
• Always check for spilled fuel before operating. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting.
• Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the generator to prevent spilling.
Use ONLY fresh (within 30 days from purchase), lead-free gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane rating.
The generator performs best with ethanol-free gasoline. DO NOT use gasoline with over 10% ethanol.
The capacity of the fuel tank is
2.6 US gallons (10.0 L) . DO NOT mix oil with gasoline.
NOTICE:
• Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
• Never use old gasoline.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other sources of ignition.
• Avoid getting dirt or water into the fuel tank.
• Gasoline can age in the tank and make starting difficult. Never
store generator for more than 2 months with fuel in the tank.
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