PREPARING THE GENERATOR
Operator’s Manual
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Only use OUTSIDE and at least 20 feet away from windows,
doors, and vents as recommended by the U.S Department of
Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention. Your specific home and/ or wind conditions may
require additional distance.
NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and win-
dows are open.
Always position the generator on a flat firm surface.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
There may be General or State Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes or ordi-
nances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
Please consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or
the local agency having jurisdiction:
• In some areas, generators are required to be registered
with local utility companies.
• If the generator is used at a construction site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed.
CHECKING/ADDING OIL
NOTICE: Attempting to start the engine before it has been
properly filled with oil will result in equipment failure.
NOTE: If a separate engine manual is provided for this prod
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uct, please follow the instructions provided in the engine
manual instead of the information listed below.
Engine lubricant has a major influence on engine performance
and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE 10W-30
is recommended. Always use a 4-stroke motor lubricant that
meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classifica
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tion SJ.
This engine comes with a feature that will shut off the engine
when a specific lubricant level is not maintained. The engine
will not restart until an appropriate lubricant level is reached.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine lubricants will dam
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age the engine and should not be used.
1. Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick and remove.
2. Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not re-thread.
3. Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lubricant
level should fall between the minimum and maximum marks
on the dipstick.
4. If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises
between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick.
5. Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick.
WARNING: WARNING: EXPLOSIVE FUEL! GASOLINE IS
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND ITS VAPORS CAN
EXPLODE IF IGNITED.
STORE GASOLINE ONLY IN APPROVED
CONTAINERS, IN WELL VENTILATED, UNOCCUPIED
BUILDINGS AND AWAY FROM SPARKS OR FLAMES.
DO NOT FILL THE FUEL TANK WHILE THE ENGINE
