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3. Start the engine (See Page 19) and leave it running until it stops. The
engine stops in approx. 20 minutes by running out of fuel.
TIP:
Do not connect any electrical devices. (unloaded operation)
Duration of the running engine depends on the amount of the fuel left in
the tank.
4. Remove the screws, and then remove the cover.
5. Drain the fuel from the carburetor by loosening the drain screw on the
carburetor float chamber.
6. Turn the 3 in 1 switch to “OFF”.
7. Tighten the drain screw.
8. Install the cover and tighten the screws.
8.2 Engine
Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston ring, etc. from
corrosion.
1. Remove the spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W-30
into the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug. Recoil start the
engine by turning over several times (with 3 in 1 switch knob off) to
coat the cylinder walls with oil.
2. Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression, then stop pulling.
(This prevents the cylinder and valves from rusting).
3. Clean exterior of the generator. Store the generator in a dry, well-
ventilated place, with the cover placed over it (cover sold separately).
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
9.1 Engine won’t start
1. Fuel systems
No fuel supplied to combustion chamber.
· No fuel in tank…Supply fuel.
· Fuel in tank….Fuel tank cap and fuel knob to “ON”
· Clogged fuel filter …. Clean fuel filter.
· Clogged carburetor…. Clean carburetor.
2. Engine oil system Insufficient
· Oil level is low…. Add engine oil.
3 . Electrical systems
· Put the 1 in 3 switch to “CHOKE” and pull the recoil starter … Poor
STORAGE
NOTICE
• Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean, dry, and soft cloth as
fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts.