Sportsman GEN1000i, Instruction Manual

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This is a Gasoline Powered Invertor Generator that offers clean power for electronics.
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ENGINE SWITCH
The engine switch controls the ignition system.
To Start generator, turn POWER switch ON. Then the
engine can be started by sliding Choke lever to CHOKE
then pull Recoil. Allow engine to run for a few seconds
then slide the Choke Lever to OFF.
To Stop generator, press ignition circuit to STOP. The engine will not run.
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ECONOMY CONTROL SWITCH
When the economy control switch is turned “ON”, the economy control unit controls
the engine speed according to the connected load. The results are better fuel
connection and less noise. (Turn OFF when using less voltage.)
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LOW OIL ALERT SENSOR
When the oil level falls below the acceptable level, the engine stops automatically.
Unless you refill with oil, the engine will not start again.
4) OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT
The overload indicator light comes on when an overload of a connected electrical
device is detected, the inverter unit overheats, or the AC output voltage rises. The
electronic breaker will then activate, stopping power to the generation in order to
protect the generator and any connected electric devices. The output pilot light will
flicker GREEN, the overload indicator light will turn RED, & the engine will stop.
(a) Turn off any connected electric devices and stop the engine
(b) Reduce the total wattage of connected electric.
(c) Check for blockages in the cooling air inlet and the control unit & restart engine.
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The generator AC output automatically resets when the engine is stopped and
then restarted. The overload indicator light may come on for a few seconds at