Firman ECO4000 Owner'S Manual Download Page 15

Check fuel level at fuel gauge. 

CHECKING COMPONENTS

Do not refuel while smoking or near open flame or other such potential fire hazards. 
Otherwise a fire accident could occur

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If fuel level is low, refill with unleaded 
automotive gasoline.

Fuel tank capacity:
ECO4000/ECO4000RE.............4 Gallon
ECO7000/ECO7000RE.............7 Gallon
ECO8000/ECO9000RE.............7 Gallon

Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard.

EMPTY

FULL

Fuel leakage from fuel hose etc

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Tighten any loose bolts or nuts

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Check components for damage or breakage

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Check following items before starting engine:

Do not refill tank while engine is running or hot.

Close fuel lever before refueling with fuel.

Be careful not to admit dust, dirt, water or other foreign objects into fuel

Wipe off spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine.

Keep away from open flames.

Be sure to use the fuel filter screen on 
the fuel filter neck.

CHECK ENGINE FUEL

WARNING

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WARNING

Fuel must meet these requirements:

Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
Octane rating of 86(R+M)/2 or higher.
Research Octane Number(RON)91
octane minimum.
Gasoline up to 10% ethyl alcohol,90%
unleaded is acceptable.
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether(MTBE) and
unleaded gasoline blend(max 15%
MTBE by volume)are approved.
Do not add oil to gasoline.
Do not overfill fuel tank.
Do not use gasoline older than 30 days.



NOTE:

E15,E20 and E85 art NOT approved and should NOT be used, effects of old, stale 
or contaminated fuel are not warrantable.

Summary of Contents for ECO4000

Page 1: ...and instructions carefully before operating equipment Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing any maintenance or service IMPORTANT Record product information to reference when ordering pa...

Page 2: ...e not followed Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed Gives helpful information If a problem should arise or if you have any questions about th...

Page 3: ...ed to proper oil level See Add Engine Oil Fuel tank filled at or below baffle See Add Fuel Inspect fuel lines tank cap and fittings each time before using generator DO NOT use if fuel leak or damage i...

Page 4: ...ECIFICATIONS 08 3 COMPONENTS 11 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 12 5 OPERATING PROCEDURES 16 6 SERVICING THE GENERATOR 20 7 HOW TO MAINTENANCE 21 8 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 24 9 TROUBLE SHOOTING 25 10 WARRANTY...

Page 5: ...de alarms or plug in carbon monoxide alarms with battery back up according to the manufacturer s instructions Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide gas DO NOT run this product inside homes garage...

Page 6: ...e Keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources Check fuel lines tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary DO NOT light a cigarett...

Page 7: ...water while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator WARNING Exhaust heat gases could ignite combustibles structures or dama...

Page 8: ...speeds impose a heavy load DO NOT tamper with governor spring links or other parts to increase engine speed Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed DO NOT...

Page 9: ...m output Ignition System Starting System Fuel Capacity Fuel Tank 193cc Breakless Ignition Type Flywheel Magneto Unleaded Automotive Gasoline Recoil 4 Gallon 21 oz Lubricating Oil Capacity Counter Cloc...

Page 10: ...acement Maximum output Ignition System Starting System Fuel Capacity Fuel Tank 389cc Breakless Ignition Type Flywheel Magneto Unleaded Automotive Gasoline Recoil 7 Gallon 38 oz Lubricating Oil Capacit...

Page 11: ...gnition System Starting System Fuel Capacity Fuel Tank 439cc Breakless Ignition Type Flywheel Magneto Unleaded Automotive Gasoline Recoil 7 Gallon 32 oz Lubricating Oil Capacity Counter Clockwise Faci...

Page 12: ...ENGINE SWITCH 6 FUEL VALVE 7 CHOKE LEVER 8 RECOIL STARTER 9 OIL DRAIN PLUG 10 OIL FILLER CAP 11 GROUND TERMINAL 12 AIR CLEANER 13 SUPPORTING LEGS 14 MUFFLER 15 FUEL TANK 16 HANDLE FRAME 17 WHEELS 3 CO...

Page 13: ...the following tools to install the wheels 21mm wrench or adjustable wrench not included Socket wrench with a 13mm socket not included Pliers not included 1 Before adding fuel and oil tip the generato...

Page 14: ...NTENANCE If oil level is below the lower level line refill with suitable oil see table below to upper level line Do not screw in the oil filler cap when checking oil level Multigrade Ambient 20 10 0 1...

Page 15: ...se fuel lever before refueling with fuel Be careful not to admit dust dirt water or other foreign objects into fuel Wipe off spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine Keep away from open flames Be...

Page 16: ...t block generator air vents with paper or other material Page 15 WARNING Move the generator to the desired location The generator is very easy to move take the handle up and then use your leg to make...

Page 17: ...n the fuel switch c Set the choke lever to the START arrow mark position Not necessary if the engine is warm Page 16 d Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there for 4 5 seconds or...

Page 18: ...mperage This generator is thoroughly tested and adjusted in the factory If the generator does not produce the specified voltage consult your nearest FIRMAN Generator dealer Be sure that the total watt...

Page 19: ...l Bulletin area of the FIRMAN internet site The part number and recommended minimum altitude for the application of the high altitude carburetor main jet is listed in the table below In order to selec...

Page 20: ...power switch of the electric equipment or unplug the cord from receptacle of the generator b Allow the engine about 3 minutes to cool down at no load before stopping c Set the engine switch to OFF po...

Page 21: ...control panel components Check rotor and stator Replace engine mount rubber Overhaul engine Change fuel lines 300 hours or every year 100 hours 50 hours Weekly Daily Servicing work should only be carr...

Page 22: ...quality lubricating oil to the specified quantity If contaminated or deteriorated oil is used or the quantity of the engine oil is not sufficient the engine damage will result and its life will be gre...

Page 23: ...ectrode gap to 0 7 to 0 8 mm 0 028 to 0 031 SPARK PLUG NGK BPR6HS equivalent Dirt and water in the fuel are removed by the fuel strainer a Remove the strainer cup and throw away water and dirt b Clean...

Page 24: ...g in death or serious injury Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in serious injury Keep at least 5 feet 1 5 m of clearance on all sides of generator including overhead Contact the or...

Page 25: ...rting difficult Loosen the drain screw on the bottom of the carburetor float chamber and drain the fuel completely Change engine oil Check for loose bolts and screws tighten them if necessary Clean ge...

Page 26: ...lever is in OFF 0 position 3 Low oil level 4 Dirty air cleaner 5 Out of fuel 6 Stale fuel 7 Spark plug wire not connected to spark plug 8 Bad spark plug 9 Water in fuel 10 Flooded 11 Excessively rich...

Page 27: ...AN will at its option authorize evaluation repair or replacement of the defective part or component at a FIRMAN Service Center FIRMAN will provide you with a case number for warranty service Please ke...

Page 28: ...to the warranty of the original unit The length of the warranty governing the exchanged unit will remain calculated by reference to the purchase date of the original unit This warranty gives you certa...

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