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Item 69672 69674
SAFETY
OPERA
TION
MAINTENANCE
SETUP
Initial Tool Set Up/Assembly
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.
Note:
For additional information regarding the
parts listed in the following pages, refer to the
Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that
can start fires around dry vegetation.
A spark arrestor may be required.
The operator should contact local fire
agencies for laws or regulations relating
to fire prevention requirements.
CAUTION:
This generator is not intended to power
sensitive electronic equipment without the addition of an
appropriate line conditioner and surge protector (both not
included).
Sensitive electronic equipment includes,
but is not limited to, audio/video equipment, some
television sets, computers, and printers.
Sensitive
electronic equipment should be operated on approved
inverter type generators or pure sine wave generators.
Note:
Wheel Kit, item # 68531 (sold separately)
can be used with this generator.
Grounding
The Generator must be properly grounded before
use. Have the unit grounded by a qualified
electrician if you are not qualified to do so.
To ground the Generator, connect a #6 AWG
grounding wire (not included) from the Grounding
Terminal on the Control Panel to a grounding rod
(not included) that has been driven at least 24
inches deep into the earth. The grounding rod must
be an earth‑driven copper or brass rod (electrode)
which can adequately ground the Generator.
Operating Instructions
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.
Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts.
If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired.
Generator Pre-Start Checks
Inspect engine and equipment, 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
CAUTION!
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. Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around it. Remove the Dipstick by
threading it counterclockwise, and wipe it off with a clean lint free rag.
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