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OPERATION
Generator Location
NEVER operate the generator inside any building,
including garages, basements, crawlspaces and sheds,
enclosure or compartment, including the generator
compartment of a recreational vehicle. Please consult
your local authority. In some areas, generators must
be registered with the local utility. Generators used at
construction sites may be subject to additional rules and
regulations. Generators should be on a at, level surface
at all times (even while not in operation). Generators
must have at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of clearance from all
combustible material. In addition to clearance from all
combustible material, generators must also have at least
3 ft. (91.4 cm) of clearance on all sides to allow for
adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing. Generators
should never be started or operated in the back of a
SUV, camper, trailer, in the bed of a truck (regular, at
or otherwise), under staircases/stairwells, next to walls
or buildings, or in any other location that will not allow
for adequate cooling of the generator and/or the muf r.
DO NOT contain generators during operation. Allow
generators to properly cool before transport or storage.
Place the generator in a well-ventilated area. DO NOT
place the generator near vents or intakes where exhaust
fumes could be drawn into occupied or con ned spaces.
Carefully consider wind and air currents when positioning
generator.
Failure to follow proper safety precautions may void
manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not operate or store the generator in rain, snow,
or wet weather.
Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet
conditions, such as rain or snow, or near a pool or
sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet, could
result in electrocution.
WARNING
WARNING
During operation the muf er and exhaust fumes
produced will become hot. If adequate cooling and
breathing space are not supplied, or if the generator
is blocked or contained, temperatures can become
extremely heated and may lead to re.
Starting the Engine
1. Make certain the generator is on a at, level surface.
2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator.
Never start or stop the generator with electrical
devices plugged in or turned on.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position.
4. Pull choke lever out to the “Choke” position.
5. Electric Start:
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and
hold on for 5 seconds.
Manual Start:
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly.
OFF
ON
Grounding
The generator system ground connects the frame to the
ground terminals on the power panel.
– The generator (stator winding) is isolated from the
frame and from the AC receptacle ground pin.
– Electrical devices that require a grounded receptacle
pin connection will not function if the receptacle
ground pin is not functional.
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