Powerhouse PH2400PRi/E - Checking and Adding Fuel

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Checking and Adding Fuel
Fuel tank capacity: 1.2 gal (4.7 L)
▲ Before adding fuel to the generator, read and comply with all Safety Alerts and Icons.
▲ Read and comply with all Explosion & Fire Alerts when adding fuel to the generator.
Cautions on Gasoline Blends
▲ Use only automotive unleaded gasoline in the generator, preferably with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
▲ Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline.
▲ Make sure you do not use a fuel blend with more than 10% ethanol. If you notice any undesirable operating
symptoms, replace it with a fuel that you know has the proper blend.
▲ Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
▲ Fuel system damage or engine performance problems, caused by improper fuel blend are not covered under
warranty.
To check and add fuel:
1. Ensure that the generator is OFF.
2. Remove the fuel cap and visually check the fuel level.
3. If fuel is low, pour fuel slowly through the fuel strainer. Do not overll. Because the fuel strainer is positioned at an angle, rell to the
lowest shoulder of the fuel strainer.
Add fuel to the lowest
shoulder of the fuel strainer
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◊ Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.
◊ Temperature changes affect the volume of gasoline. Make sure that you leave extra room at the top of the tank
when you refuel to allow for fuel expansion on warm days.
◊ Use a fuel stabilizer, such as STA-BIL
®
to help prevent fuel oxidation (breakdown), formation of gum and varnish,
and corrosion in the fuel system.
When adding fuel to the tank for the rst time (and after every 100 hours of operation), it is recommended that
you use a fuel injector cleaner.
4. Replace and tighten the fuel cap securely.
Transportation and Storage