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Figure 3 - Control Panel
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PRE-USE CHECK
Prior to starting the generator and adding loads, perform the
following tasks:
1. Make sure the generator in on a firm, level, non-combustible
surface with at least five (5) feet of clearance on all sides.
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ever operate in an enclosed area or indoors!
NEVER use in the home, or in partly enclosed
areas such as garages, even if doors and
windows are open! ONLY use outdoors and far
from open windows, doors, vents, and in an
area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL
YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon
monoxide. This is a poison you
cannot see or smell.
Si usa un generador en interiores,
MORIRÁ EN POCOS MINUTOS.
El escape del generador contiene
monóxido de carbono. Es un veneno
que no tiene olor ni se puede ver.
NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents.
NUNCA lo use dentro de una casa o garaje, AUN si las puertas y ventanas
están abiertas. Sólo úselo EN EXTERIORES y lejos de ventanas, puertas y
ductos de ventilación.
2. Remove the fuel cap and check the fuel level. If fuel is needed,
see the section “FUELING THE GENERATOR”.
3. Remove the left side service cover and check the oil level by
removing the oil filler cap/dipstick. The oil level should be to
the bottom of the threads on the oil fill pipe. If oil is needed,
see the section “ADDING ENGINE OIL”.
4. Replace and secure the left side service cover.
5. Make sure there are no loads connected to the generator.
6. The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of the generator be
properly connected to an approved earth ground. Proper
grounding of the generator will prevent electrical shock in
the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in
connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps
dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in unguarded
devices.
7. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of
the generator.
Starting the generator with accessories
connected to the 120 VAC outlets will damage
the generator and the connected accessories.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
Once the fuel and oil levels have been checked and it has been
verified there are no loads connected, the generator may be
started.
1. Open the fuel valve (Figure 4), located below the starter rope
pull, by turning to the valve 90° counter-clockwise to the “ON”
(I) position.
Figure 4 - Fuel Valve
TURNING THE FUEL ON
2. Pull up on the center of the fuel fill cap and prime the fuel
system by depressing the plunger until resistance is felt
(Figure 5).
3. Open the fuel tank vent on the top of the fuel fill cap by turning
the center portion to the “ON” mark.
4. If the engine is cold or has not been run for some time, engage
the choke by pushing the choke lever to the right.
5. Grip the handle for the pull starter and brace your other hand
against the generator. Pull the rope slowly until resistance is
felt, then pull the rope rapidly.
6. If the engine does not start, repeat step 4 until the engine fires
and begins to run.
Section 2 – Operation
Portable Generator System
