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GENERATOR PREPARATION
STEP 2 - ADD GASOLINE
IMPORTANT:
• Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
• Never use old gasoline.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open
flames, pilot lights, heat and other sources
of ignition.
• Avoid getting dirt or water into the fuel
tank.
• Gasoline can age in the tank and make
starting difficult. Never store generator for
more than 2 months with fuel in the tank.
Fig. 4
GASOLINE WARNING:
Keep generator away from open flame. This generator may emit highly
flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A
nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline.
• Do not operate near open flame.
• Do not smoke near the generator.
• Always operate on a firm, level surface.
• Always turn generator off before refueling. Allow generator to cool for at least 2 minutes before re-
moving fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fuel may expand during operation. Do not fill to the top of the tank. Allow for
expansion.
• Always check for spilled fuel before operating. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting.
• Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the generator to prevent spilling.
ONLY use fresh (within 30 days from purchase), lead-free gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane rating. The
capacity of the fuel tank is 1.1 gallons . DO NOT mix oil with gasoline.
To add gasoline, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the generator is shut OFF and on a level
surface. Unscrew fuel cap (Fig. 4) and set aside.
NOTE:
The fuel cap may be tight and hard to unscrew.
2. Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Be care-
ful not to overfill.
NOTE: Do not fill the fuel tank to the very top. If you do
so, gasoline will expand and spill during use, even with
the fuel cap in place.
3. Reinstall fuel cap and wipe clean any spilled gasoline
with a dry cloth.
To check fuel level (before every subsequent
start):
Before starting the generator, check the fuel gauge on top
of the fuel tank to see if there is sufficient fuel inside the
tank. Refill if necessary.
Fuel Cap
Fuel Gauge
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