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Read and understand instruction manual 
before using generator.

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Add Gasoline

Add Oil

Engine

Switch

Recoil

Start

GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS:

• 3.5 HP  Engine, 4 Stroke OHV
• Recoil Start 
• 1.2 Gallon Fuel Tank 
• Low Oil Shut Off
• UL Listed Electrical Components
• Engine Shut Off Switch
• Circuit Breaker & Power Outlets
• 1-12V DC Outlet 
• 2 -120V AC Outlets 
• Complies with EPA emissions
• Runs 9 hours @ 50% load (GAS)
• Runs 12 hours @ 50% Load on 20 lbs of 
LPG Fuel
• Decibel Rating < 68 db @ 0% Load
• Propane fuel hose / regulator included
• Warranty: 2 YEAR Limited Emissions
• Warranty: 1 YEAR Limited
*    SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS 
MAY BE REDUCED BY 10% WHEN USING 
PROPANE FUEL VS USING GASOLINE.

GEN2000DF

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Remove Generator From Package

Add Oil

Add Fuel

2,000 Surge / 1,400 Running Watts

POWERED BY UNLEADED 

GASOLINE OR PROPANE FUEL

Oil Type: SAE10W-30 Oil (Must add BEFORE first use) 

Oil Capacity: 13.5 fluid oz 

Because this generator includes Low Oil Shut Off, the 

generator will not start with low oil. Start out with 13.5 oz, 

then fill until almost overflowing.)

If using Gasoline,

 add Unleaded gasoline only 

octane rating of 87 or higher. Maximum Capacity: 

1.2 Gallon gasoline fuel tank 

If using Propane, 

connect Regulator Hose to 

Propane Tank and the LP Gas Inlet on Generator. 

Then turn the Tank valve to the “on” position.

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Start The Generator

Use the generator OUTDOORS in a WELL VENTILATED AREA.
DO NOT CONNECT electrical devices until AFTER the generator 
is started.
Turn Engine Switch to ON
A. If using GASOLINE, Turn FUEL PETCOCK to ON (Figure A)
B. If using PROPANE, connect Turn Tank Valve to ON (Figure B)
Adjust the CHOKE to “Closed/Choke” position (Figure C)
Start the generator manually with the Recoil (Pull) Start. 
Once the engine has started, GRADUALLY move the choke lever 
to the “RUN/OPEN” position until the engine levels off. Then let 
the engine run approximately 5 minutes BEFORE adding 
appliances or tools.
You can now connect electrical devices.

Visit our website for Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions

Need Help? Do Not Return This Generator To The Store! Call Us First!

Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 Central Time

TOLL-FREE NATIONWIDE HELP LINE!   866-460-9436 

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Run/Open

Closed/Choke

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OIL IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS 

GENERATOR. IT IS SOLD SEPARATELY.

Step-By-Step Quick Start

Guide To Using Your Generator

Fuel Petcock  (Figure A)

LP Gas Inlet

  (Figure B)

Choke   (Figure C)

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