Predator 57064 - User Manual

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Using an engine indoors
CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
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Using a generator indoors CAN
KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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Summary

Safety Information

Hazard Warnings and Symbols

Critical safety alerts, hazard symbols, and their meanings.

Setup Precautions

Guidelines for safe placement and installation of the generator.

Operating Precautions

Essential safety rules for operating the generator, including CO hazards.

Service and Refueling

Service Precautions

Guidelines for safely performing maintenance and service procedures.

Refueling Procedures

Instructions for safely adding fuel to the generator.

Specifications and Components

Generator Specifications

Technical details and specifications of the generator.

Components and Controls

Identification and description of generator parts and controls.

Initial Setup and Assembly

Grounding and Shipping Restraints

Steps for grounding the generator and removing shipping restraints.

High Altitude Operation

Guidance for operating the generator at higher altitudes.

Generator Operation

Pre-Start Checks and Fueling

Essential checks, oil level, and fueling procedures before starting.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide to starting the generator engine.

Connecting Electrical Loads

How to safely connect appliances and troubleshoot tripped circuit breakers.

Wattage Calculation

Guide to estimating device wattage and calculating total power needs.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for stopping the engine under normal and emergency conditions.

Maintenance Procedures

User Maintenance Schedule

Schedule and procedures for cleaning, maintenance, and lubrication.

Engine Oil and Air Filter

Procedures for changing engine oil and maintaining the air filter.

Spark Plug and Storage

Instructions for spark plug maintenance and preparing for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting

Engine Start Problems

Solutions for common issues when the engine fails to start.

Operational Issues

Solutions for engine stopping, misfiring, knocking, and product issues.

Predator 57064 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	420cc
Fuel Capacity	6.6 gallons
Weight	192 lbs
Engine Type	4-stroke OHV
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.6 gallons
Noise Level	72 dB
Outlets	4 x 120V, 1 x 240V
Outlet Types	4 x 120V, 1 x 240V