UnitedPower IG3600S, Instruction Manual

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consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also
foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at
an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was
certified, for extended periods of time, may
increase emissions.
High altitude performance can be improved by specific
modifications to the carburetor. If you always operate
your generator at altitudes above 5,000 feet
(1,500 meters), have your servicing dealer perform this
carburetor modification. This engine, when operated at
high altitude with the carburetor modifications fo r high
altitude use, will meet each emission standard
throughout its useful life.
Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower
will decrease about 3.5 % for each 1,000-foot (300-meter)
increase in altitude. The ef-fect of altitude on horsepower
will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is
made.
8. STOPPING THE ENGINE
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
At high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture
will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel
In an emergency:
1, To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine
switch to the OFF position.
In normal use:
1. Unplug appliances from the generator receptacles.
2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
3. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
9.MAINTENANCE
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and
trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air
pollution.
To help you properly care for your generator, the
following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine
inspection procedures, and simple maintenance
procedures using basic hand tools. Other service tasks
that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best
handled by professionals and are normally performed by
a Unitedpower technician or other qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operatin g
conditions. If you operate your generator under severe
conditions, such as sustained high-load or
high-temperature operation, or use it in unusually wet or
dusty conditions, consult your servicing dealer for
recommendations applicable to your individual needs
and use.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
engine repair establishment or individual, using parts
that are ''certified'' to EPA standards.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Some of the most important safety precautions follow.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard
that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can
decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
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Make sure the engine is off before you begin any
maintenance or repairs. This will eliminate several
potential hazards:
-Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.
Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you
operate the engine.
-Burns from hot parts.
Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.
-Injury from moving parts.
Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so.
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Read th e instructions before you begin, and make sure
you have the tools and skills required.
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