Operator’s Manual
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STARTING THE ENGINE:
NOTICE: On a level surface with the engine off, check the
lubricant level before each use of the generator.
ELECTRIC:
1. Unplug all loads from the generator.
2. Turn the Idle Control to the OFF position.
3. Turn the switch to the CHOKE position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move switch to the RUN position.
4. Press the Electric Start Swtich.
5. Turn the switch to the RUN position.
RECOIL
1. Unplug all loads from the generator.
2. Turn the Idle Control to the OFF position.
3. Turn the switch to the CHOKE position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the easy start lever to the RUN position.
4. Pull the recoil starting grip until the engine runs.
5. Turn the switch to the RUN position.
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT APPLIANCES WITH
DEFECTIVE LINES AND/OR PLUGS.
BE SURE APPLIANCES ARE NOT CONNECTED
TO GENERATOR WHEN STARTING UP.STARTING
THE GENERATOR WITH AN APPLIANCE
CONNECTED COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE GENERATOR AND/OR APPLIANCE AND
PERSONAL INJURY.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Remove any load from the generator.
2. TURN the switch to the OFF position.
WARNING: WHILE OPERATING AND STORING, KEEP
AT LEAST 3 FEET OF CLEARANCE ON ALL SIDES
OF THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING OVERHEAD.
ALLOW A MINIMUM OF 30 MINUTES OF
“COOL DOWN” TIME BEFORE STORAGE. HEAT
CREATED BY MUFFLER AND EXHAUST GASES
COULD BE HOT ENOUGH TO CAUSE SERIOUS
BURNS AND/OR IGNITE COMBUSTIBLE
OBJECTS.
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