Wen 56202i, Manual

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USING THE GENERATOR
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
SHUTTING OFF THE GENERATOR
1. Turn off all electrical devices and then unplug the devices from the generator.
2. Allow generator to run at no load for a few minutes to stabilize internal temperatures.
CAUTION
: Allowing gasoline to sit in the fuel tank for long periods of time can make it difficult to start
the generator in the future. Never store the generator for extended periods of time (over 2 months) with
fuel in the fuel tank. Refer to “Storing the Generator” on page 22.
CAUTION:
Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator. Never stop the engine
with electrical devices connected and running.
WARNING
: Allow the generator to cool for several minutes before touching areas that
become hot during use.
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator. When using such cords,
allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement by the electrical device. See Fig. 17 for recommended cords
based on the power requirement of the electrical device.
Device Requirements Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
Amps Watts (120V) #8 wire #10 wire #12 wire #14 wire #16 wire
2.5 300 NR NR NR 375 250
5 600 NR NR 300 200 125
7.5 900 NR 350 200 125 100
10 1200 NR 250 150 100 50
15 1800 NR 150 100 65 NR
*NR = Not Recommended
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Fig. 17 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
3. Turn the engine switch to the OFF
position (Fig. 18).
4. Close the vacuum relief valve (Fig.
19) on the top of the fuel cap by ro-
tating it counterclockwise to the OFF
position.
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fig. 20