100416 - 8000W TRI-FUEL PORTABLE GENERATOR
OPERATION
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NOTICE
In any electrical application, some current will flow through
the protective ground conductor to the ground, this is called
leakage current. It takes 4 mA (0.004 A) and higher of leakage
current from the hot wire to the ground to cause a GFCI to trip.
On circuits protected by GFCI’s, leakage current can cause
unnecessary and intermittent tripping.
Some stationary motors, such as a bathroom vent fan,
fluorescent lighting fixtures or some refrigerators, may produce
enough leakage to cause nuisance tripping. To avoid nuisance
tripping, a GFCI should not supply:
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Fluorescent or other types of electric-discharge lighting
fixtures.
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Permanently installed electric motors, like air conditioners,
furnaces or refrigerators.
Stopping the Engine
1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start or stop the
generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on.
2. Let generator run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize
engine and alternator temperature.
3. Turn the EZ Start dial to the “ENGINE OFF” position.
4. If operating on LPG, close valve on LPG cylinder. If operating
on NG, close NG supply valve.
Moving the Generator
CAUTION
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NEVER lift or carry the generator using the folding handle.
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NEVER tilt sideways while moving the generator.
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ALWAYS place the generator on its wheels in the upright
position.
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ALWAYS turn the generator off and ensure the fuel valve is
closed.
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ALWAYS make sure engine and muffler are cooled down
before the generator can be handled safely (typically 15-30
minutes).
WARNING
The folding handle is not long enough to hold and walk with a
full stride when moving the generator. Always side step as you
walk to avoid injury to your heels and/or feet. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in personal injury or damage to
the generator.
1. Begin by raising the folding handle, found on opposite side of
wheels.
2. Using the handle, tilt the end of the generator slightly off the
ground until balanced on the wheels.
3. While maintaining balance, roll the generator to the desired
location.
Operation at High Altitude
The density of air at high altitudes is lower than at sea level.
Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-fuel ratio
decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced
approximately 3½% for every 1000 ft. of elevation above sea level.
At high altitudes increased exhaust emissions can also result due
to the increased enrichment of the air fuel ratio. Other high altitude
issues can include hard starting, increased fuel consumption and
spark plug fouling.
To alleviate high altitude issues other than the natural power
loss, CPE can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet. The
alternative main jet and installation instructions can be obtained
by contacting our Technical Support Team. Installation instructions
are also available in the Technical Bulletin area of the CPE website.
The part number and recommended minimum altitude for the
application of the high altitude carburetor main jet is listed in the
following table.
In order to select the correct high altitude main jet it is necessary
to identify the carburetor model. For this purpose, a code is
stamped on the side of the carburetor. Select the correct high
altitude jet part number corresponding to the carburetor code
found on your particular carburetor.
