LIFAN Power USA LF4250EPL, Operating Instructions And Owner'S Manual

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Pre--­Operating Instructions:
Generator Setup
CAUTION:
Alcohol-‐‐blended fuels (gasohol, ethanol, or methanol) will attract moisture, which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be treated with a fuel
stabilizer or drained if the generator will not be started for thirty (30) days. If using a fuel stabilizer,
follow the manufacturer’s recommended instructions for use. Always use stabilizer with a full tank
of gasoline.
Always drain old fuel and use fresh fuel before next use. If you do not use a fuel stabilizer, the fuel
system must be drained and cleaned. Drain the fuel tank and start the engine, allowing it to run
until all fuel lines and carburetor are drained of fuel.
Before restarting the carburetor the float bowl must be removed and cleaned of any debris.
NEVER
use chemical solvents or cleaners in the fuel tank or damage may occur.
CHECK AIR CLEANER ELEMENT:
Refer to “Air Cleaner Maintenance” in the Maintenance section of this Owner’s Manual to ensure Air Cleaner
Element is in operable condition.
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR:
Refer to Controls and Features section.
Connect the Ground Terminal on the generator to an acceptable source of electrical ground, such as a
copper-‐‐grounding stake, using copper electrical wire with a minimum diameter of 16 gauges.