Fuel valve lever
Choke knob
Fig.6 Fuel valve lever opening view
Fig.7 Choke knob off position view
4.STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION
When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time, after longterm
storage,or after running out of fuel,turn the fuel valve lever to the "ON" position,
then wait for 10 to 20 seconds before starting the engine.
4.1 Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position, see fig. 6.
Do not use the choke when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high, see fig. 7.
4.2 Pull the choke knob out to the CLOSED position
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Air cleaner base
Air cleaner element
Air cleaner cover
Fig.5 The structure of air cleaner
Gasolines containing alcohol
If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol(gasohol), be sure its octance rat-
ing is at least as high as that recommended by us. There are two types of "gasohol":
one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that
contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline containing methanol (methyl
or wood alcohol) that does not also contain cosolvents and corro-sion inhibitors for
methanol. Never use gasoline containing more than 5% methanol, even if it has
cosolevnts and corrosion inhibitors.
NOTE
Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the sue
of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty. We cannot
endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their
suitability is as yet incomplete.
Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station,try to find out if the fuel contains
alcohol, if it does, confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used. If you
notice any undersirable operating symptoms while using a gasoline that con-
tains alcohol, switch to gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol.
3.3 Check the air cleaner
Check the air cleaner elements to be sure they are clean and in good condition.
Open the left side maintenance cover. Remove the air cleaner cover, remove the
paper element from the air cleaner cover, and check the both elements. Clean or
replace the element(s) if necessary, see fig.5
CAUTION
Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result
from contaminants,such as dust and dirt,being drawn through the carburetor,
into the engine.
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