If this is not the first time using the generator, the user should take the following steps to prepare it for operation.
Step 1 - CHECK THE OIL
Oil consumption is normal during generator use. The generator is equipped with a low oil pressure shutoff to
protect it from damage. The oil level of the engine should be checked before each use to ensure that the engine
crankcase contains sufficient lubricant.
To check or add oil, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the generator is on a level surface. Clean around
oil fill.
2. Remove the oil filler/dipstick cap and check the oil level.
3. If oil level is below the second thread from the lip of the oil fill opening, slowly add oil until the engine crank-
case is filled.
4. Reinstall and tighten oil cap before starting the engine.
Step 2 - CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL
Before starting the generator, check to see that there is sufficient gasoline in the fuel tank. Add additional gasoline
as necessary but leave sufficient room in the tank for expansion.
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SUBSEQUENT STARTING OF THE GENERATOR
IMPORTANT:
• Use only UNLEADED gasoline.
• Do not use old gasoline.
• Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
• Avoid getting dirt or water into the fuel tank.
Step 3 - GROUND THE GENERATOR
Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut on the front control panel against a grounding wire (Fig.
3). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire. This
grounding wire should be connected at the other end to a copper, brass, or steel-grounding rod that is driven into
the earth. Wire and grounding rod are not included in generator contents.
Grounding codes can vary by location. Contact a local electrician for area codes.
IMPORTANT: At this point the user should be familiar with the procedures described in
the sections titled “Starting the Generator” and “Generator Preperation.” If the user has
not yet read these sections, go back and read them now.
WARNING: Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution.
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