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USING THE GENERATOR
CAUTION:
Do not connect 50Hz loads to the generator.
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 Figure 7 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 Fig. 7 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
MAINTENANCE/CARE
Proper routine maintenance of the generator will help prolong the life of the machine. Please perform mainte-
nance checks and operations according to the schedule in Figure 8.
If there are any questions about the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please call (800) 232-1195 M-F
8-5 CST.
CAUTION: Never perform maintenance operations while the generator is running.
Recommended
Maintenance Schedule
Each 8
hours or
daily
Every 25
hours
Every 3
months or
50 hours
Every 6
months or
100 hours
Every
year
As neces-
sary
Engine oil
Check
level
x
Replace
x*
x*
x
Air
cleaner
cartridge
Check
x
x
Clean
x
Spark plug
Check/
clean
x
Change
x
x
Fuel tank
Check
level
x
Clean
x
Fig. 8 - Recommended maintenance schedule
* Clean/change more often under dusty conditions or operating under heavy load.
If an overload occurs, shut down the generator. Unplug all electrical devices and wait five minutes. Then, start the
unit back up again to get power back.
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