Sportsman GEN4KDF, Instruction Manual

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GEN4KDF Portable Dual Fuel Generator
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SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can require more wattage from a generator to power an electrical device. Figure 6 shows the recommended cords according to
the power requirement of the electrical device. When using cords that exceed these specifications, allow for the electrical device to have a slightly
higher rated wattage requirement. Recommend that you use high quality, UL-rated, well-insulated grounded extension cords that are intended for
outdoor use.
Device Requirements Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
Amps Watts (120V) Watts (240V) #8 wire #10 wire #12 wire #14 wire #16 wire
2.5 300 600 NR 1000 600 375 250
5 600 1200 NR 500 300 200 125
7.5 900 1800 NR 350 200 125 100
10 1200 2400 NR 250 150 100 50
15 1800 3600 NR 150 100 65 NR
20 2400 4800 175 125 75 50 NR
25 3000 6000 150 100 60 NR NR
30 3600 7200 125 65 NR NR NR
40 4800 9600 90 NR NR NR NR
Figure 6 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
SWITCHING BETWEEN GASOLINE & PROPANE FUEL
In order to switch between gasoline and propane fuel, you must turn off the current fuel. For example, if using gasoline and you want to switch to
propane, turn the gasoline Fuel Petcock to OFF position and let the engine continue to run until it burns off all remaining gasoline fuel in carburetor.
Then turn the propane tank ON. If using propane and you want to switch to gasoline, turn the propane tank OFF and turn the gas Fuel Petcock ON.