NOTE: If engine starts after 3 pulis, but fails to run for
more than 10seconds,check for proper oil levelin
crankcase.This unit is equipped with a Oil Alert System
(see page8).
• Slidethe choke lever left to the "Run" position asthe
engine warms up.
NOTE: Under no load conditions, the engine speed may
vary slightly faster or slower until engine temperatures
stabilize.
Oil Alert System
The Oil Alert Systemisdesignedto prevent engine damage
causedby an insufficientamount of oil in the crankcase.
Before the oil level in the crankcase canfall below a safe
limit,the Oil Alert Systemwill automatically shut clown the
engine (the engine switch will remain in the "On" position).
If the Oil Alert Systemshuts down the engine,add engine
oil.
A CAUTION! Breathing Hazard! NEVER run
engine in enclosed poorly ventilated areas. Engine
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exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and AL
deadly gas.
Connecting Electrical Loads
• Let engine stabilize andwarm up for a few minutes after
starting.
• DO NOT connect 240 Volt loadsto 120 Volt receptacles.
• DO NOT connect 3-phase loadsto the generator.
• DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
• Plug in andturn on the desired 120Volt AC, single
phase,60 Hertz electrical loads.
• DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. Add up
the rated watts (or amps) of all loadsto be connected at
one time. This total should not be greater than the rated
wattage/amperagecapacity of the generator. See"Don't
Overload the Generator" on page 10.
Stopping the Engine
• Unplug all electrical loads from the unit. NEVERstart or
stop engine with electrical devicesplugged in and turned
on.
• Let engine run at no-load for two minutes to stabilize
the internal temperatures.
• Move engine switch to the "Off" position.
• Turn the fuel valve to the "Close" position (fully
counterclockwise).
NOTE: In an emergency,stop the engine by moving the
engine switch to the "Off" position.
Charging a Battery
WARNING! Storage batteries emit explosive gas
while chargingthat remains around a battery for a
long time after it hasbeen charged. The slightest
spark can ignite the gas,causingan explosion that
canshatter the battery and causeblindness or
other injury.
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WARNING! DO NOT permit smoking, open
flame, sparks or anyother source of heat around a
battery. DO NOT usea lighter or other flame for
checkingbattery fluid levels.Wear protective
goggles,rubber apron and rubber gloves when
working around a battery. Battery electrolyte fluid is
an extremely caustic sulfuric acid solution that can
causesevereburns. DO NOT permit fluid contact
with eyes,skin, clothing, etc. If spill occurs, flush
areawith clear water immediately.
Your generator hasthe capability of recharginga discharged
12Volt automotive or utility style storage battery. DO
NOT usethe unit to chargeany 6 Volt batteries. DO NOT
usethe unit to crank an engine havinga discharged battery.
To recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows:
• If necessary, clean battery posts or terminals.
• Check fluid level in all battery cells. If necessary, acid
ONLY distilled water to cover separators in battery
cells. DO NOT use tap water.
• If the battery is equipped with vent caps, make sure they
are installed and are tight.
• Connect battery charge cable connector plug to the
12 Volt DC panel receptacle.
• Connect battery charge cable clamp with red handle to
battery post or terminal indicated by Positive, POS or
(+) (Figure 7).