100460 - 3550W PORTAbLE GENERATOR
ASSEMbLY
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ASSEMbLY
Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from
our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel
and oil before operation.
If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your
generator, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999.
Please have your serial number and model number available.
Unpacking
1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat surface.
2. Remove everything from the carton except the generator.
3. Carefully cut each corner of the box from top to bottom.
Fold each side flat on the ground to provide a surface area
to work with the generator.
Install the Wheel Kit
CAUTION
The wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use.
1. Before adding fuel and oil, tip the generator on it’s end.
2. Slide the Roll Pin (B) through the Wheel (A) from the
outside.
3. Slide the Roll Pin through the mount point on the frame.
4. Secure with the R-clip (C).
5. Repeat to attach the second Wheel.
b
A
b
C
Install the Support Leg
1. Attach the Support Leg (D) to the generator frame with
Flange Bolts (E) and Flange Lock Nuts (F).
2. Slowly tip the generator back down so that it rests on the
Wheels and Support Leg.
E
D
f
Install the Handle
1. Place the Handle (G) inside the mounting channel on the
frame.
2. Secure the Handle to the frame using an Short Pin (H).
3. Place an R-clip (I) on the end of the Short Pin and fasten
securely.
I
G
H
Add Engine Oil
CAUTION
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended type and amount
of oil. Damage to the generator as a result of failure to
follow these instructions will void your warranty.
NOTICE
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball bearing
that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.
NOTICE
The recommended oil type is
10W-30 automotive oil
.
-20
0
20
40
60
Ambient temperature
Recommended Oil Type
80
100
120
-28.9
°F
°C
-17.8 -6.7 4.4
15.6 26.7 37.8
48.9
10W-30
5W-30 Synthetic
10W-40
5W-30
