Polaris P1000i, P2000i manual Before Starting the Engine

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OPERATION

Safe Operating Precautions

Before Starting the Engine

Read, understand, and follow the Safety Section of this manual.

1.Ensure the generator is away from the fueling source.

2.The generator will vibrate during operation. Place the generator in a dry location and on a flat, level surface.

3.Unplug all power cords and extension cords from the generator.

DANGER

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

Only use OUTSIDE and

or garage. EVEN IF doors

far away from windows,

and windows are open.

doors, and vents.

Starting the Engine

1.Position the fuel tank cap vent lever to ON.

2.Position the SMART throttle switch to OFF.

3.For a cold engine start, position the choke lever to START. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the RUN position.

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Contents Polaris Power Table of Contents Welcome IntroductionIntended Use Safety Precautions Alcohol or Drug USE Signal Words and Safety TermsP1000iP2000i Identification Numbers and LocationsSafety Warnings and Precautions SafetyGeneral Before and During OperationFire Safety Operator Safety Fuel Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety Electrical Safety Equipment Modifications Extension Cord InformationCarbon Monoxide Warning Safety Labels and LocationsOutdoor Use only Danger Label Hot Exhaust CautionSafety Generator Components Controls and FeaturesP1000i P2000i Control Panel ComponentsChoke Lever Engine Fuel SwitchFuel Tank Cap Vent Lever Starter Recoil GripDC Receptacle and Fuse Smart Throttle SwitchAC Receptacles Indicator PanelGround Terminal Parallel Receptacles Overload Protector Reset SwitchAdding Engine Oil First USE InstructionsFuel Recommendation Adding Fuel PRE-OPERATION Inspection Pre-Operation ChecklistOperation Safe Operating PrecautionsFuel Recommendations RefuelingRemove the fuel tank cap a Starting the Engine Before Starting the EnginePosition the engine switch to on Stopping the Engine AC Operation AC Capacity Wattage Reference Table DC Operation Power ManagementOperation Smart Throttle System Disconnecting the Battery Charging CableConnections to a Building Electrical System Standby PowerParallel Generator Operation Parallel operation procedureShutting off the generators Carburetor Modification High Altitude UseAlterations Emission Control System InformationSource of Emissions Replacement Parts Problems Affecting EmissionsImportance of Maintenance MaintenanceSafety Precautions Maintenance SafetyPeriodic Maintenance Chart Periodic MaintenanceOpening the Service Door Fuel System Initial MaintenanceHour Initial Break-In Fuel Line InspectionOFF Oil Level Inspection Engine OilOil Recommendation Oil Change Procedure Maintenance Air Filter Inspection Air FiltersAir Filter Replacement Air Filter CleaningSpark Plug Spark Plug Inspection and ReplacementGap should be 0.6 0.7 mm Transporting the Generator Transportation and StorageTransportation Storage Preparation StorageAccessing the Fuel Tank Draining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Fogging the Engine Removing from Storage Storage PrecautionsGeneral Specifications SpecificationsModified coefficient table of ambient condition power Polaris Lubricants and Maintenance ProductsP1000i Wiring Diagram Wiring DiagramsRed Gray Brown White Black P2000i Wiring DiagramTroubleshooting Symptoms TroubleshootingEngine Will Not Turn Over Engine Turns Over, but Will Not StartEngine Backfires Engine Lacks PowerEngine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires Engine Pings or KnocksPossible Lean Solution Fuel Cause No Power at DC ReceptacleEngine Stops or Loses Power No Power at AC ReceptaclesAbout this Warranty Document Warranty Registration Form WarrantyWarranty Period Warranty Exclusions Polaris Power Generator Owner Responsibility Important Notice DATE/HOURS Service Comments Supplier Permormed Technician Maintenance LOGLabel Location IndexIndex PMS