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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 a lubricant/gas mixture. Do not
allow dirt or water into the fuel tank.
Do not use E85 fuel.
ELECTRIC START
This generator model is provided with both electric start and
recoil start capabilities. Avoid prolonged cranking, as it can
damage the engine.
The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed rechargeable
lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without
leakage. It complies with non-spillable battery regulations. Its con-
venient size offers a 30% reduction over conventional batteries.
NOTE:
Brand new generators are shipped with the battery
connections disconnected. The positive and negative ter-
minals must be connected to the battery before the Electric
Start feature will work.
For initial battery connection, see
Connecting/Disconnect-
ing Battery
.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 12 - 15.
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 ( I )
position.
Move the choke to the
START
position.
NOTE
: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the choke in to the
RUN
position.
OPERATION
Start the engine.
1
Put the engine switch in the
ON
position.
2
Slide down and hold the lock button while pushing
the engine switch to the
START
position.
NOTE:
The battery may require charging before the
generator can be started using only the engine switch.
Once the generator is started, the battery will charge as
the unit runs. To start the engine using the recoil starter:
1
Put the engine switch in the
ON
position.
2
Pull the recoil starter grip until the engine runs.
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 Figures 13 and 15.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the fuel valve to the
OFF (O)
position.
To stop the engine, put the engine switch in the
OFF (O)
position.
To stop the engine in an emergency situation:
Put the engine switch in the
OFF (O)
position.
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
before storage. Heat created by muffler and exhaust
gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns and/
or ignite combustible objects.
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission con-
trol devices and systems may be performed by any qualified
repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent
parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an
authorized service center; please contact customer service
for assistance.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Allow 30 minutes of cool down time before perform-
ing any maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only recommended or equivalent
replacement parts. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel or use of any other parts could
result in a personal injury hazard or property damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts,
caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and
do not operate this product until all missing or damaged
parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or
a qualifed service center for assistance.
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