2 PH1000i OM 2010-07-13
Quick Start
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Use outdoors only. Generators produce carbon monoxide — a poisonous,
colorless, odorless gas that can cause death or serious injury.
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Always operate on a level surface
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Keep away from rain, snow or other wet conditions
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Keep away from smoking materials, sparks, and other sources of combustion when
refueling.
Pre-Operation:
1.
Check the oil level by removing the maintenance cover and inspecting the dipstick. Fill reservoir with 8.5 oz. (250 ml)
oil or to the full mark on the dipstick. Use appropriate grade, high-detergent, premium quality, 4-stroke engine oil.
2.
Add regular unleaded automotive gasoline up to the shoulder of the fuel strainer. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in
the fuel tank. Do not use a blend that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
Octane rating of 87 or higher is recommended.
Operation
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For operation at high altitudes and in extreme temperatures, see the complete
operating instructions.
1.
Ensure that no loads have been connected to the AC receptacles.
2.
Open the fuel valve.
3.
Starting the engine.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
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Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly out.
4.
The green “run” light will illuminate when the generator is ready for use. Before connecting any loads, ground the
generator with a length of heavy cable, connecting the generator’s grounding terminal to an external ground source.
5.
Make sure that all appliances to be connected have been switched off and are in good working order. Confirm that the
electrical rating does not exceed that of the generator.
6.
Connect the appliance to the appropriate receptacle on the generator’s panel.
7.
To minimize fuel consumption and noise, turn on the
Economy
switch. This setting regulates the engine’s speed so
that it matches the needs of the connected loads.
Shutdown
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In an emergency, pushing the Ignition switch on the control panel to the OFF
position will automatically stop the engine with or without a load. However,
continually stopping the generator without disconnecting all loads can cause
damage to the generator or appliances.
1.
Turn off all connected appliances and disconnect from the generator.
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Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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NOTE
