• Do not fill tank near an open flame.
• Always allow engine to cool for several minutes before refueling.
• Do not overfill (check the "Specifications" section for the tank capacity
of
your
generator). Always check for fuel spills.
IMPORTANT:
• Use only UI\ILEADED gasoline with an octane rating of
87
or higher.
• Do not use old gas.
• Never use
an
oil/gasoline mixture.
• Avoid getting dirt or water
in
the fuel tank.
• Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel
in
the tank.
Step 3- Ground the Generator
&
WAR~IING:
Failure to properly ground the generator can result
in
electrocution.
Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire (see
J
figure 5). A generally acceptable grounding wire
is
a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge)
stranded copper wire. This grounding wire should
be
connected at the other end to a copper
or brass-grounding
rod
that
is
driven into the earth.
Grounding codes can vary by location. Please contact a local electrician to check the
grounding regulations for your area.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
& CAUTION: Disconnect
all
electrical loads from the generator before attempting
to start.
To
start your generator, perform the following steps:
1.
I.
Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator. Such devices
can make it
difficult for the engine to start.
2.
Check that the generator
is
properly grounded (see page 13, "Ground the
Generator").
3.
Turn the fuel valve to the "ON" position (see figure
6).
4.
Move the choke lever to the "CLOSED" position (see figure
7).
5.
Set the engine switch to the "ON" position.
6.
Pull
on
the recoil starter handle slowly until a slight resistance
is
felt (see figure
8).
Then pull quickly to start the engine. Return cord
ge~tly
into the machine. Never
allow the cord to snap back.
7.
If engine fails to start, repeat step
4.
NOTE: After repeated attempts to start the
engine, please consult the troubleshooting guide before attempting again.
8.
Once the engine has started and run for about a minute, move the choke lever
about half way towards the "OPEN" position. Wait another 30 seconds and then
move the choke lever all the way to the "OPEN" position.
9.
Allow the generator to run for several minutes before attempting to connect any
electrical devices.
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