2
Operating Instructions
2. Use of a Ground Fault Interrupter
(GFI) is strongly recommended.
Ground Fault Interrupters can
significantly reduce the possibility of
injury if an electrical short occurs. In
order to install a GFI, the generator
neutral wire must be internally
grounded to the generator frame,
and the frame must be properly
grounded to the earth.
A Ground Fault
Interrupter may
not be effective if used on a generator
that is not grounded! Refer to the
section entitled Grounding for proper
steps to ground the generator.
3. When installing a GFI, be sure to
follow all national and local
regulations. If not sure of
regulations or procedures, obtain
assistance from a qualified (licensed
or certified) electrical technician.
GROUNDING
1. Use the ground terminal and wing
nut on the generator frame to
connect the unit to a suitable
ground source. Securely fasten the
end terminal of the ground wire to
the ground terminal on the
generator frame. Tighten the
washer and wing nut on top of the
ground wire end terminal.
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
acceptable. 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.
STARTING
1. Remove all electrical loads from the
generator.
2. Rotate fuel shut-off valve counter
clockwise to enable fuel flow.
3. Rotate the engine switch to the ON
position.
4. Adjust the choke lever as follows:
a. For cold engine, move the choke
lever as far as possible to the left,
choke fully ON, position.
b. For warm/hot engine, move the
choke lever midway between the
choke and run positions.
5. Pull the starter rope with a brisk,
smooth motion.
NOTE:
Some models may be equipped
with an electric starter. For models
equipped with an electric starter, press
the start button.
6. After each start up, allow the
engine to run for 2-3 minutes with
no load.
7. As the engine warms up and
stabilizes, adjust the choke lever to
the right, until the lever is
positioned at the RUN label.
Engine speed is
preset to provide
proper output voltage. Never attempt
to modify or adjust engine speed or
output voltage.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
After initial start-up, the engine should
be broken in according to the
manufacturer's instructions. Refer to
the engine manual for the proper
break-in procedure.
GENERATOR SHUT OFF
1. Shut off and remove all electrical
load devices from the generator.
2. Allow the engine to run for 2-3
minutes with no electrical loads.
3. Rotate the engine switch to the OFF
position.
4. Verify that the generator has
completely stopped.
5. Close the fuel supply valve.
6. Allow the unit to cool before
installing any covers.
2.5
300
600
1000
600
375
250
5
600
1200
500
300
200
125
7.5
900
1800
350
200
125
100
10
1200
2400
250
150
100
50
15
1800
3600
150
100
65
20
2400
4800
175
125
75
50
25
3000
6000
150
100
60
30
3600
7200
125
65
40
4800
9600
90
Amps
Watts
Watts
#8
#10
#12
#14
#16
120 V
240 V
Wire
Wire
Wire
Wire
Wire
EXTENSION CORDS
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LENGTHS (IN FEET)
