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Refueling Recommendations:
1. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Do not fill above the shoulder of the fuel strainer.
2. Avoid the generator stopping by running out of fuel, power variations will occur.
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames
or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling,
make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely. Be careful not to spill fuel
when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the
area is dry before starting the engine.
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Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Fuel type
Only use regular unleaded fuel. The fuel should be fresh, filtered cleanly and care taken not to let any dust or
water enter the fuel tank. Otherwise the filters and carburetor may be blocked or damaged.
Use gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. We
recommend unleaded gasoline because it produces fewer engine
and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Occasionally you may hear light “spark knock” or “pinging” (metallic
rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause
for concern.
If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under
normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging
persists, see an authorized generator dealer.
Oxygenated Fuels
Some gasoline’s are blended with alcohol or an ether compound to increase the octane. These types of gasoline
are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. Some areas use oxygenated fuels to help meet clean air
standards. If you use an oxygenated fuel, be sure its pump octane rating is 86 or higher.
Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol)
Gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol by volume may cause starting or performance problems. Gasoline
containing ethanol may be marketed under the name “Gasohol”.
UPPER FUEL LEVER