iPower 1491001, Owner'S Manual

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Turn LOW IDLE Switch to OFF position when
powering large surge loads such as an air conditioner
or electric pump. Be certain that the OUTPUT READY
INDICATOR LED is illuminated green before turning
the switch to ON position. If no load is present, the
generator speed (RPM) will drop to idle speed. The
generator will detect loads as they are applied and
increase engine speed (RPM). To run the generator
at maximum power and speed (RPM), push the LOW
IDLE Switch to the OFF position.
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Stopping the Engine
1. Turn off and remove entire electrical loads.
Never start or stop the generator with electrical
devices plugged in or turned on.
Let the generator run at no-load for two minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and
generator.
2. Turn the starting dial switch to the “OFF”
position.
3. Turn the cylinder valve to the “OFF” position.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive which could cause burns, fire or explosion
resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING
NOTE:
If the engine will not be used for a period of two
weeks or longer, please see the Storage section for
proper engine and fuel storage.
Low Oil Shutdown
If the engine oil drops below a preset level, an oil
switch will stop the engine. Check oil level with
dipstick.
If oil level is between LOW and HIGH mark on
dipstick:
1.
DO NOT try to restart the engine.
2. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
3.
DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected.
If oil level is below LOW mark on dipstick:
1. Add oil to bring level to HIGH mark.
2. Restart engine and if the engine stops again a low
oil condition may still exist.
DO NOT try to restart
the engine.
3. Contact Customer Service.
4.
DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected.
Do Not Overload Generator
Overloading a generator in excess of its rated
wattage capacity can result in damage to the
generator and to connected electrical devices.
To prolong the life of your generator and attached
devices, follow these steps to add electrical load:
1. Start the generator with no electrical load attached.
2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes to
stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is best to
attach the item with the largest load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize.
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional item.