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ITEM 61169
SAFETY
Op
ERA
TION
M
AINTENANCE
SETU
p
Operation
Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
pre-Start Checks
Inspect Engine and Generator looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts before set up and starting.
If any problems are found, do not use equipment until fixed properly.
Checking and Filling Engine Oil
NOTICE: Your Warranty is VOID if the Engine’s
crankcase is not properly filled with oil before
each use. Before each use, check the oil level.
Do not run the Engine with low or no Engine oil.
Running the Engine with no or low Engine
oil WILL permanently damage the Engine.
1. Make sure the Engine is stopped and is level.
2. Close the Fuel Valve.
3. Remove the Access Panel on
the side of the Generator.
4. Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around it.
Remove the Dipstick, turning it counterclockwise.
5. Check the oil level. The oil level should be
up to the edge of the hole as shown.
6. As needed, add the appropriate type of
oil until the oil level is at the proper level.
SAE 10W-30 oil is recommended for general use.
7. Thread the Dipstick back in clockwise
and replace the Access Panel.
Full level
Checking and Filling Fuel
WARNING!
TO pREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM FIRE:
Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area
away from ignition sources. If the Engine
is hot from use, shut the Engine off and
wait for it to cool before adding fuel. Do not smoke.
1. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it.
2. Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap.
3. Remove the Strainer and remove any dirt
and debris. Then replace the Strainer.
Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol.
Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a
metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can
cause particles to enter the carburetor, affecting
Engine performance and/or causing damage.
4. If needed, fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch
under the fill neck of the Fuel Tank with
87 octane or higher unleaded gasoline.
5. Then replace the Fuel Cap.
6. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess
to evaporate before starting Engine.
To prevent FIRE, do not start the Engine
while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
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