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GEN4065 4000 Surge Watts/3250 Running Watts Portable Generator  

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Step 2 - Add Gasoline 

 

 

Gasoline and gasoline fumes are highly flammable and explosive. Handling fuel can result in serious injury or burns. 

• Do not fill the fuel tank near a heat, sparks or an open flame. Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power 

tools, etc. 

• Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always check for fuel spills and immediately wipe them up. Spilled fuel is a fire hazard and causes environmental 

damage. 
 
To add gasoline: 

To ensure that this generator runs smoothly, use only FRESH, UNLEADED GASOLINE WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 87 OR HIGHER. Unleaded 

gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of the exhaust system. 
1. Confirm that this generator is on a level surface. 

2. Unscrew fuel tank cap and set aside. (NOTE: The fuel tank cap may be tight and difficult to unscrew.) 

3. Slowly add fresh, unleaded gasoline (with an octane rating 87 or higher) to the fuel tank. Be careful not to fill the fuel tank above the upper limit 

line. The fuel tank capacity for this generator is 4 gallon (15.14 L). NOTE: Because gasoline can expand, do not fill the fuel tank to the very top. 

4. Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth. 
 
Model GEN4065 Fuel Tank Capacity (gals /L) 

4 / 15.14 

Model GEN4065 Fuel Type 

Fresh, Unleaded Gasoline Octane Rating 87 or Higher 

 

IMPORTANT: 
• Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. 

• Never use a mixture of oil and gasoline. 

• Never use old and/or contaminated gasoline. 

• Avoid getting dirt and/or water in the fuel tank. 
• Gasoline can age in the fuel tank and make it difficult to start this generator. Never store this generator for extended time with gasoline in the  

fuel tank. 

 
Step 3 - Ground the Generator 

 

                                                                                               

  

Failure to properly ground this generator can result in electrocution. 
 

Ground this generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire as illustrated in Figure 3. A No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) 

stranded copper wire is generally an acceptable grounding wire. The other end of this grounding wire should be connected to a copper or brass 

grounding rod that is driven into the earth. 
 

Grounding codes can vary by location. Contact a local electrician for information on grounding regulations for your area. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

            Figure 3 

The Grounding Terminal 

is located on the front of 

the generator, to the 
right of the DC Output 

socket.

 

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Summary of Contents for GEN4065

Page 1: ...that may occur We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN TH...

Page 2: ...ts 3250 Running Watts Portable Generator FEATURES 4 Stroke OHV Engine Recoil Start 6 5 HP Gasoline Engine Automatic Low Oil Shutdown 2 120 Volt A C Outlets 1 12 Volt D C Outlet 4 Gallon Fuel Tank Engi...

Page 3: ...contiguous states excluding the states with high altitude areas identified in 40 CFR part 1068 Appendix III To exercise this warranty DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER Instead call Customer Service toll free...

Page 4: ...ons you do not understand This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or deat...

Page 5: ...SECURE THE GENERATOR WITH A CHAIN OR ROPE AS THIS WILL MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO MOVE IN AN EMERGENCY Keep at least several feet of clearance on all sides to allow proper ventilation for this generator Che...

Page 6: ...least several feet of clearance on all sides of this generator during operation Do not enclose this generator in any structure Usage Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life Use this...

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Page 8: ...65 4000 Surge Watts 3250 Running Watts Portable Generator 8 In addition to the previously described safety information familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator Meijer...

Page 9: ...able Generator Verify that all items are included STOP If there are missing items call 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time for customer service DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETA...

Page 10: ...nd controls of this generator 9 AC Circuit Fuse 10 AC Circuit Fuse 11 120 Volt AC Output Socket 12 120 Volt AC Output Socket 13 12 Volt DC Output Socket 14 DC Circuit Fuse 1 Fuel Tank Cap 2 Control Pa...

Page 11: ...nkcase The correct quantity of oil is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase and is 20 fluid oz 0 59 L for this Model GEN4065 4000 Surge Watts 3250 Running Watts Portable Generator Add the...

Page 12: ...ecause gasoline can expand do not fill the fuel tank to the very top 4 Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth Model GEN4065 Fuel Tank Capacity...

Page 13: ...vel currently in the fuel tank If necessary add fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher according to Step 2 Add Gasoline of the Using this Generator for the First Time section of...

Page 14: ...sized cord can overheat short out and cause a fire Usage Do not use fuel stabilizers with this generator doing so could cause damage to the generator or decrease the fuel and operating efficiency of t...

Page 15: ...total wattage of the selected devices exceeds the rated wattage of the generator DO NOT connect all of the devices Select a combination of the electrical devices that will have a total wattage less t...

Page 16: ...lt outlet Connect 12 Volt DC loads to the 12 Volt outlet Even though this generator has an overall rated wattage of 4000 do not attempt to draw more than 3500 Watts from the 120 Volt outlet Draws high...

Page 17: ...enerator Failing to use the correct procedure can cause a battery to explode seriously injuring anyone nearby Keep heat sparks flame and smoking materials away from the battery To connect 12 Volt batt...

Page 18: ...ocedures according to the schedule in Figure 7 Never perform maintenance procedures while this generator is running Allow this generator to cool before commencing any maintenance procedures Keep heat...

Page 19: ...ery 100 hours of use time The oil capacity for this Model GEN4065 4000 Surge Watts 3250 Running Watts Portable Generator engine is 20 fluid oz 0 6 L To drain the oil from this generator It is necessar...

Page 20: ...and install a new spark plug A F6TC spark plug such as NGK BPR5ES is recommended 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a gauge The gap should be 0 028 0 031in 0 7 0 8mm See Figure 9 5 If re usin...

Page 21: ...trouble persists call our customer help line at 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time Symptom Cause Solution Engine switch is set to off Set engine switch to on Fuel valve is turned to c...

Page 22: ...GEN4065 4000 Surge Watts 3250 Running Watts Portable Generator 22 GEN4065 4000 SURGE WATTS 3250 RUNNING WATTS PORTABLE GENERATOR PARTS DIAGRAM Meijer com...

Page 23: ...som 2 17 Bolt GB T5789 M6 12 8 18 Tank Cock 1 19 Fuel Pipe 1 20 Muffler Guard Cover 1 21 Bolt GB T5789 M6 16 2 22 Muffler 1 23 Bolt GB T16674 M8 20 3 24 Muffler Bracket 1 25 Nut GB T6184 M8 12 26 Engi...

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