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Safety Precaution
CAUTION:
1. Operate your unit only on a fi rm supporting, level surface.
2. Sophisticated electronics (ie computers, phone systems…etc)
should not be connected to this type of generator.
1. Fill Engine with oil. Refer to the Honda Engine Owner’s
Manual for oil recommendations.
2. This Honda engine has an OIL ALERT system to protect the
engine against low oil level. If the engine oil level is low the
engine will not start.
3. Do not cover the unit while in operation. It could cause
overheating and result in equipment damage.
4. For storage, do not cover unit until the engine has cooled
completely.
5. Ambient temperature should not exceed 100
o
F/40
o
C.
NOTICE
Before Starting Engine
Read and understand the Honda Engine Owner’s Manual
Check and fi ll engine with the recommended engine oil to the proper level.
Change oil if it becomes dirty or discolored. (Diagram 1) Oil capacity at upper level
mark on the oil dipstick: see Honda engine owner’s manual for more information.
Remove the tank cap and check the fuel level. If fuel level is low, refi ll with unleaded
automotive gasoline.
Diagram 1:
Inspecting oil capacity.