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Figure 8. Generator Components (Continued)
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36kW
COmPONENTS (GENERATOR)
15.
Fuel gauge –
This gauge is located on top of the fuel
tank. Read this gauge to determine when fuel is low.
16.
Fuel Tank Cap –
Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Replenish with clean unleaded
gasoline. Make sure cap is tightened securely.
dO
NOT
over fill.
17.
Fuel Tank –
Capacity is 5 gallons (19 liters). Fill with
unleaded gasoline.
18.
Recoil starter (pull rope) –
Manual-starting method.
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull
briskly and smoothly.
19.
Engine Oil Filler Cap –
Remove this cap/dipstick
when the adding of engine oil is required. See Table 2
for recommended type engine oil.
20.
Engine Oil drain plug –
Remove this drain plug
when draining of the oil from the engine crankcase
is required. Fill with recommended type oil as listed
in Table 4.
21.
Air Cleaner –
Prevents dirt and other debris from
entering the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air
filter cannister to gain access to filter element.
NEvER
run the engine without an air cleaner.
22.
muffler/heat shield –
Used to reduce noise and
emissions.
NEvER
touch this heat shield when the
generator is in use. Always allow time for engine to
cool before servicing.
23.
spark plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system.
Set spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch)
Clean spark plug once a week.
24.
Fuel Cock lever –
Turn this lever downward (ON) to
start the flow of fuel into the carburetor. Turn upward
to stop (OFF) the flow of fuel.
25.
Choke lever –
Used for starting the engine. Close
the choke lever when starting a cold engine or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture. Open the choke lever if starting a warm engine
or in warm weather conditions.
26.
Transport handle –
When transporting of the
generator is required, lift up on each handle and
engage locking pin. Part of wheel kit assembly
27.
support stand –
Supports the generator, part of wheel
kit assembly
28.
Foam-Filled Tires –
Provided for ease of transport.
Replace with only recommended tires.
NOTICE
This
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engine is equipped with a low oil
shutdown capability. A built in sensor will automatically
turn off the engine should the oil level fall below a safe
operating condition. Make sure the generators is placed
on level ground. Placing the generators on level ground
will ensure that the low oil sensor will function properly.
