DO NOT operate with extensions, power cords or any other electrical
equipment, which is damaged or defective. Never operate any electrical
equipment with damaged or defective cords.
CAUTION: Operate your unit only on a firm supporting surface.
Fill Engine with oil.
Notice
Do not cover the unit while in operation. It could cause overheating and
result in equipment damage.
Notice
Notice
For storage, do not cover unit until the engine has cooled completely.
Notice:
Ambient temperature should not exceed 100
o
F/40
o
C.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
(Read and understand the Honda Engine Owner’s Manual)
● Check and fill engine with recommended engine oil to the proper level.
● Change oil if it becomes dirty or discolored. Oil capacity at upper level mark on the
oil dipstick: see attached Honda owner’s manual.
● Remove the tank cap and check the fuel level. If fuel level is low, refill with unleaded
automotive gasoline.
OPERATION
● Starting the engine:
(a) Read Honda Engine manual.
(b) Open fuel cock.
(c) Set choke lever towards the “close” position when engine is cold. If
engine is warm, choke lever should be moved to the “Open” position.
(d) Set the engine switch to the “run” position.
(e) Pull on starter rope with a fast steady pull to start the engine.
(f) After engine has started, move the choke lever back gradually to reach
the “Open” position.
(g) Once the engine is running at normal speed, useable AC power is
available.
● Applying AC load (single voltage type)
(a) Place generator’s “no fuse breaker” switch in the “off” position.
(b) Start engine (Please refer to the Honda Owner’s Manual.)
(c) Allow the engine to warm up for 2 - 3 minutes before connecting tools
or appliances.
(d) Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the “AC receptacle”.
MAN-GENef(12-99)