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000 WATT GENERATOR

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Page 4: ...tor 5 Grounding 6 Battery installation electric start models only Each of these steps is discussed in detail below 1 Unpacking Delivery Inspection You should inspect the generator immediately after you receive delivery See the Machine Component Identification section of this manual for a diagram of the generator and its components If you have damaged components contact the freight company that del...

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Page 6: ...r s electrical outlets There are two different kinds of electrical outlets on the generator 1 Two 120 Volt 20 Amp duplex straight blade receptacles NEMA 5 20R duplex receptacles compatible with NEMA 5 20P or 5 15P mating plugs 2 One 120 240 Volt 20 Amp Locking receptacle NEMA L14 20R compatible with NEMA L14 20P mating plugs See more technical detail about these receptacles and their associated ci...

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Page 8: ... choose to operate the generator must be OUTDOORS and away from all air intakes Never run the generator inside any closed or semi enclosed spaces even if outdoors including homes garages basements sheds or boxes These spaces can trap poisonous gases even if you run a fan or open windows Place the generator so that the exhaust fumes will not be directed towards people or building air intakes Ensure...

Page 9: ...n cause combustible materials to catch on fire Make sure your generator s exhaust system is at least 7 feet from all combustible materials and buildings structures Equip the engine with a spark arrestor if the generator will be used near any ignitable forest brush or grassy land See the Specifications section of this manual to determine if your generator is already equipped Make sure you comply wi...

Page 10: ...a 10 gauge wire from the clamp to the generator grounding post located on the rear of the generator head 4 Do not connect the generator grounding post to a water pipe or a ground used by a radio system If a licensed electrician installs the generator with a connection to your building s electrical circuit for use as a back up power system grounding may alternatively be completed through the buildi...

Page 11: ... adults should set up and operate the generator Do not let children operate Intended use Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this generator Do not use for other purposes as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result Under the influence Never operate or let anyone else operate the generator while under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Safety equipment controls...

Page 12: ...e of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Avoid inhalation of exhaust Wet conditions Do not operate the generator or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water while barefoot while hands are wet or while in the rain or snow Electric shock may result Ground fault circuit interrupter Always use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI protected extension co...

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Page 14: ... sure that any regular maintenance has been performed as prescribed in this manual in the Maintenance Repair section 1 Refer to the engine owner s manual for engine maintenance instructions 2 Make sure battery is charged Charge as needed according to your battery manufacturer s instructions Check add oil Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed Using a funnel add oil up to the ...

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Page 17: ...tarter motor ii Release the key when the engine starts b Using recoil start i Turn the engine key switch to the ON position ii Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull the starter cord out briskly and rapidly iii Allow starter cord to return slowly 5 When engine starts move choke lever to RUN position 6 Under long continuous run operating conditions be prepared to a Check ...

Page 18: ...easured voltage should be within the following ranges a 120V 10 at 120V receptacles b 240V 10 at 240V receptacles 4 If measured voltage is not within the specified range have generator adjusted by factory authorized personnel Do not attempt to adjust the engine speed yourself NOTE Slight variation in voltage speed with changing electrical loads All engines have a tendency to slow down when a load ...

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