Kipor KGE2400X, Operation Manual

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3.4 Check the air cleaner
(1) Unfasten the clips and remove the air filter cover. Remove the air filter element and observe for
cleanliness.
(2) Clean the air filter element by washing in soap and water or
solvent. Squeeze dry and then soak in clean engine oil. Squeeze
out all excess oil and reinstall.
(3) Replace the element if brittle or torn.
3.5 High altitude operation
At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich.
Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase.
High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main jet in the carburetor. If
you continuously operate the generator at altitudes higher than 5000 feet or 1500 meters above sea
level, have your authorized dealer install the high altitude main kit. No other adjustments to the
carburetor are necessary
Even with suitable carburetor re-jetting, engine horsepower will decrease approximately 3.5% for each
1000 feet or 305 meter increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on the horsepower will be greater than
this if no carburetor modification is made. For use at lower altitudes, be sure to have your dealer return
your generator to the original specification.
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Operation of the generator at an altitude lower than the carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced
performance, overheating, and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air/fuel mixture.
3.6 Ambient Temperature
Generator output generally derates 1% for every 10° F (5.5
℃
) above 85° F (29
℃
). The normal operating
range of the generator is -20° to 113° F (-29° to 45
℃
).
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Do not operate the generator when the ambient temperature is below
-20°F (-29°)
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Do not operate the generator when the ambient temperature is above 113° F (45
℃
)