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When adding gas to the generator, make sure the unit is
sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the
generator cool before adding gas. ALWAYS fill the fuel tank
outdoors with the machine turned off.
Remove the fuel cap.
Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck.
Replace and secure the fuel cap.
NOTE
: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher. Never use old, stale, or contaminated
gasoline, and do not use an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow dirt
or water into the fuel tank.
Do not use E85 fuel.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 10 - 12.
NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant
level before each use of the generator.
NOTE
: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
Unplug all loads from the generator.
Turn the fuel valve to the
ON
position.
Move the choke lever left to the
START
position.
NOTE
: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the choke lever right to the
RUN
position.
Pull the recoil starting grip until the engine runs (a maxi-
mum of 6 times).
NOTE
: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
Allow the engine to run for 15 - 30 seconds, then move
the choke to the
RUN
position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figure 12.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the fuel valve to the
OFF
position.
Press and hold the STOP switch until the engine stops.
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
Press and hold the STOP switch until the engine stops.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of clear-
ance on all sides of this product, including overhead.
Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of “cool down” time be-
fore storage. Heat created by muffler and exhaust gases
can be hot enough to cause serious burns and/or ignite
combustible objects.
MOVING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 13.
Turn off the generator.
Raise the handle to the up position.
Disconnect any equipment that is plugged into the gen-
erator.
Turn the fuel valve to the
OFF
position.
Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before storing the
machine.
For security, insert the handle lock pin to secure the handle
before moving.
NOTE:
To help keep the handle lock pin securely in the
hole, push the joined area of the lanyard toward the inside
of the generator frame.
With your foot on the rear of the frame, tilt the machine
toward you until it balances on the wheels, then roll the
machine to the desired location.
LIFTING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 14.
Turn off the generator.
Fold the handle to the down position. Never lift or carry
this product using the handle.
NOTE:
This tool is heavy and requires several people to
lift. To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift
with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
Specific modifications are needed for high-altitude operation.
Please contact your authorized service center for important
information regarding these modifications. Operating this
engine without the proper altitude modification may increase
the engine’s emissions and decrease fuel economy and
performance.
OPERATION
