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Operating Instructions
Do not operate
this generator on
wet surfaces or in the rain.
13. Never operate the generator with dam-
aged, broken or missing parts, or with
any guarding components removed.
Shut off the
generator engine
and disconnect the spark plug wire
before performing any service or
maintenance to the unit.
14. Do not refill the fuel tank while the
engine is running. Use precautions to
prevent fuel spillage during refills.
Be sure the fuel tank cap is securely
in place before starting the engine.
Allow engine to cool for at least
two minutes before refueling.
15. Be sure to store gasoline in clean
containers that do not contain
water, dirt or rust because this will
cause the engine to shut down.
PRE-OPERATION
1. Check fuel every
time you start
your generator.
Always use clean
fuel – see #15
above.
We recommend that
you use unleaded fuel because it pro-
duces fewer engine and spark plug
deposits and extends the life of exhaust
system components. Use a lower octane
gasoline can cause persistent “pinging”
or heavy “spark knock”(a metallic rap-
ping noise) which, if severe, can lead to
engine damage. If “spark knock” or
“pinging” occurs at a steady engine
speed under normal load, change
brands of gasoline. Occasionally you
may experience light spark knock while
operating under heavy loads. This is no
cause for concern, it simply means your
engine is operating efficiently.
2. Check oil level in the crankcase of
engine before starting the engine.
The oil level should be positioned
between the lower and upper level
marks on the oil gauge.
Oil Capacity: 0.4 L
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
DANGER
NEVER
OPERATE YOUR
GENERATOR UNDER THESE
CONDITIONS:
1. Rain or inclement weather
2. Excessive vibration
3. Sparking
4. Engine misfire
5. Electric output loss
6. Changing or fluctuating engine
speed
7. Overheating in connected
equipment
8. Damaged receptacles
9. Damaged, broken or missing
parts
10. Guarding components removed
ALWAYS
OPERATE YOUR
GENERATOR UNDER THESE
CONDITIONS:
1. Read and understand these
instructions
2. Clear of all persons
3. Properly grounded (generator)
4. Properly grounded
(tools, appliances, etc.)
5. Flat level surfaces
6. Well ventilated areas
General Safety
(Continued)
Operation
The generator is
shipped from the factory without oil in
the engine crankcase. Engine oil is a
major factor affecting engine perfor-
mance and service life. Non-detergent
oils and vegetable oils are not recom-
mended. Use premium quality 4-stroke
motor oil. Do not add commercial addi-
tives to the recommended oil and
do not mix gasoline with the oil.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for gener-
al, all-temperature use. Other viscosi-
ties shown in the chart may be used
when the average temperature in your
area is within the indicated range.
3. The plug of powered equipment can
only be connected to the AC output-
socket after the unit is running stably.
4. Use of a Ground Fault Circuit Inter-
rupter (GFCI) is strongly recommend-
ed. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
can significantly reduce the possibility
of injury if an electrical short occurs.
A Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter
may not be effective if used on a gen-
erator that is not grounded!
5. When installing a GFCI, be sure to
follow all national and local regula-
tions, or call a licensed or certified
electrical technician.
GROUNDING
1. Use the ground
terminal on the
generator frame
to connect the
unit to a suit-
able ground
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
source. Securely fasten the end ter-
minal of the ground wire to the
ground terminal on the generator
frame.
2. The ground wire should be made of
#8 gauge wire. Do not use wire with
a higher gauge number. Higher
gauge numbers indicate thinner
wire, which may not provide an
adequate ground path.
3. The other end of the ground wire
must be securely fastened to an
approved ground source.
The following are ground sources
approved by the National Electric Code.
Other ground sources may be accept-
able. Refer to the National Electric Code
and local regulations for further
ground source information. If not sure
of regulations or procedures, obtain
assistance from a qualified (licensed or
certified) electrical technician.
a. An underground water pipe at
least ten feet in length.
b. A non-corrosive underground pipe
at least eight feet in length and
3/4 inch diameter.
c. A steel or iron underground rod at
least eight feet in length and
5/8 inch diameter.
d. A non-ferrous rod at least eight feet
in length, 1/2 inch in diameter, and
approved for grounding purposes.
Any rod or pipe used for grounding
must be driven to eight feet deep or
buried in the deepest possible trench.
