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PREPARING THE UNIT
DIESEL FUEL
ASTM No.2 diesel fuel is recommended for these engines.
The use of No. 2 diesel fuel will result in optimum engine
performance. The use of a lighter fuel will reduce fuel
economy. See your engine operators manual for complete
fuel information.
WARNING: FIRE DANGER
Gasoline, diesel fuel and its fumes are VERY explosive
when proper precautions are not taken.
Never use fuel that has been stored for an extended period
of time as the fuel will lose it's volatile properties and you
will be left with only the varnish residue. This varnish like
substance will clog the carburetor or injectors and will not
burn properly. The use of a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL,
or an equivalent will minimize the formation of fuel gum
deposits. If a unit has been out of operation for an
extended period of time it is best to drain old fuel from the
fuel tank and replace with fresh fuel before attempting to
start.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
All electric start engine generator sets are shipped with a
battery kit for customer installation. This kit consists of a
battery rack, battery tie down, battery cables, and instruction
sheet for installation. After installing the battery rack, file the
instruction sheet in the back of this manual for future
reference.
If you intend to use the power plant’s electric start system,
you will need to purchase and install a battery to operate it.
Units equipped with a recoil or rope start will operate
satisfactorily without a battery. A twelve volt battery, group
U1 rated at 235 CCA or larger is recommended for this
electric start engine generator set. Follow the battery
manufacturers recommendations for servicing and
charging prior to use. Connect the battery to the electric
start system using the cables provided.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
These electric start engines are NEGATIVE GROUND. Use
extreme caution when connecting the battery. Connect the
NEGATIVE battery terminal to GROUND.
For your safety always connect the positive battery cable to
the “bat+” terminal first. Then connect the negative battery
cable to the “bat-” terminal. Make sure all connections are
clean and tight. Reverse the sequence when
disconnecting, disconnect the negative cable first. These
engines produce enough direct current to keep a battery
charged under normal operating conditions, but were not
intended to be used as a battery charger.
UNPACKING
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
THIS UNIT HAS BEEN SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. Failure
to maintain the engine oil at the proper level will result in
serious engine damage.
When you unpack your new ENGINE GENERATOR be sure to
remove all the information sheets and manuals from the
carton.
1.
This generator set was in good order when shipped.
Inspect the power plant promptly after receiving it. If
damage is noted, notify the transportation company
immediately, request proper procedures for filing a
“concealed damage” claim. Title to the equipment
and responsibility for filing a claim rests with you
when a generator is sent F.O.B. shipping point. Only
you can legally file a claim.
2.
Before proceeding with the preparation of your new
engine generator set for operation, take a couple of
minutes to insure that the unit you have received is
the correct model and review the specification pages
in this manual to insure that this unit fits your job
requirements.
3.
After removing the engine generator from the carton
locate and remove the shipping strap attached to the
generator shock mount. See attached tag for
removal instructions.
UNIT PREPARATION
Before your engine generator was shipped from our factory it
was fully checked for performance. The generator was load
tested to its full capacity, and the voltage and frequency were
carefully checked and adjusted.
LUBRICATION
Before starting the engine, fill the crankcase to the proper
level with a good quality oil. The recommended grade of oil
and quantity of oil required is listed in the engine operator's
manual shipped with our unit. The necessity of using the
correct oil, and keeping the crankcase full cannot be
overemphasized. Engine failures resulting from inadequate
or improper lubricant are considered abuse and are not
covered by the generator or the engine manufacturer's
warranty.
GASOLINE FUEL
Always use a good grade of unleaded fuel. Leaded gasoline
may be used if unleaded is not available. Gasoline
containing alcohol, such as gasohol is not recommended.
However, if gasoline with alcohol is used, it must not contain
more than 10 percent Ethanol and must be removed from the
engine during storage. DO NOT use gasoline containing
methanol. Always insure that the fuel is clean and free of all
impurities.
