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SKU 98839
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OPERATiNG iNSTRucTiONS
Check to make sure the Engine Ignition (2) is in its
1.
“OFF”
position.
(See Figure c.)
cAuTiON!
2.
Make sure to unplug any load from the Generator before starting to
prevent permanent damage to any appliances, tools, or equipment.
cAuTiON! Engine oil MuST be added to the Engine’s crankcase prior to start-
3.
ing and running the Engine.
Failure to add oil will damage the Engine and void
its warranty.
(See pages 13 and 14, and Figure D.)
Before the first use, the Fuel Tank (31) must be filled with a high octane, unleaded
4.
gasoline.
(See pages 13 and 14, and Figure D.)
WARNiNG!
a.
Never fill the Fuel Tank (31) completely. Fill the Fuel Tank to 1/2”
below the bottom of the filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe
any fuel spills from the Engine and Generator before starting the Engine.
WARNiNG!
b.
Never fill the Fuel Tank (31) when the Engine is running or hot. Do
not smoke when filling the Fuel Tank.
To Start The Engine/Generator:
FuEL vALvE
(41)
chOKE LEvER (21A)
(iN “chOKE” POSiTiON)
chOKE LEvER (21A)
(iN “RuN” POSiTiON)
FiGuRE E
ON
OFF
1.
Turn the Engine Fuel Valve (41) to its
“OPEN”
position. Then, turn the Engine
Choke Lever (21A) to its
“chOKE”
position.
NOTE:
No choke is required if the
Engine is warm. Make sure the Engine Choke Lever is in the
“RuN”
position when
starting a warm Engine.
(See Figure E.)
To start the Engine, using the Battery (45) for cranking power, insert the Ignition Key
2.
(65) and turn the Engine Ignition (2) to its
“START”
position.
NOTE:
To prolong
starter life, use short starting cycles (5 seconds maximum, then wait one minute
before attempting to again start).
(See Figure c.)
