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HIGH ALTITUDE REPLACEMENT KIT
WARNING
a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine
proceeding.
NOTICE
The warranty may be void if necessary adjustments are not made
for high altitude use.
HIGH ALTITUDE REPLACEMENT KIT FOR EPAIII ENGINES
3000ft to 6000ft or 6000ft to 8000ft of elevation
• At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too
rich. Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase.
A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard
emissions.
•
by operation at higher altitudes. Proper operation can be ensured
by installing an altitude kit when required. See the table below to
determine when an altitude kit is required. Operating this generator
without the proper altitude kit installed may increase the engine’s
emissions and decrease fuel economy and performance. Kits may
individual.
* Engine, Generator Set, Pressure Washer, Walk-Behind Lawnmower,
Compressor, Pump, Tiller etc.
** Elevation above sea level.
* This high altitude jet is to be used at elevations above 3000 feet.
* At elevations above 8000 feet, the engine may experience decreased
performance, even with the high altitude kit.
If a carburetor is replaced, the proper high altitude kit jet will need to be
installed into the replacement carburetor.
Equipment model* Fuel
Altitude
Range**
Kit Part Num-
ber
Gasoline
0 – 3000 ft Not Required
3000 – 6000 ft Altitude kit 1#
6000 – 8000 ft Altitude kit 2#