201001 - 5500W WIRELESS REMOTE START INVERTER GENERATOR
ASSEMbLY
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ASSEMbLY
Your generator requires some assembly. It must be properly
serviced with fuel and oil before operation.
If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your
generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999.
Please have your serial number and model number available.
Unpacking
1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
2. Remove everything from the carton except the generator.
3. By lifting up on the lifting handles of the unit, carefully
remove the generator from the box (two people lifting is
recommended).
Connect the battery
1. Remove the maintenance cover by turning the two fasteners
counterclockwise to the unlocked horizontal position.
2. Remove the connector cover and push the two halves of
battery connector together tightly.
Add Engine Oil
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil.
Damage to the generator as a result of failing to follow these
instructions will void your warranty.
NOTICE
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball bearing
that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.
NOTICE
The recommended oil type for typical use is
10W-30
automotive oil
. However, using the listed conventional oils
shown in the “Recommended Engine Oil Type” chart may be
used for typical use including the first 5 hours of the break-in
run time period of the engine.
If running generator in extreme temperatures, refer to the
“Recommended Engine Oil Type” chart.
-20
0
20
40
60
Ambient temperature
Recommended Engine Oil Type
80
100
120
-28.9
°F
°C
-17.8
-6.7
4.4
15.6
26.7
37.8
48.9
10W-30
5W-30 Full Synthetic
10W-40
5W-30
1. Place the generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Turn the maintenance cover fasteners to the unlocked
position and remove the cover.
