OPERATION
If using an oxygenated fuel, make sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirements. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel’s contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump. The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates:
Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name “Gasohol.”
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) 15% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by volume.
Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) 5% by volume. You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the generator or your fuel system.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates mentioned above are not covered under warranty.
WARNING:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the oil level before each use of the generator.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 10 - 12.
NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not start or may shut down during operation.
■Unplug all loads from the generator.
■Switch the circuit breaker to the ON position.
■Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
■Move the choke lever to the ON (closed) position.
NOTE: When starting a warm engine, leave the choke in the OFF (open) position.
■Put the engine switch in the ON position.
■Pull the recoil starting grip lightly until you feel a resistance, then pull it briskly.
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting; return it gently to its original place.
■As the engine warms, slowly move the choke lever to the OFF position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figures 10 - 12.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
■Remove any load from the generator.
RECOILENGINE
STARTINGSWITCH
GRIP
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
Fig. 10
OFF
ON
FUEL
VALVE
Fig. 11
MOVE CHOKE
LEVER TO "ON"
POSITION TO
CLOSE
Fig. 12
■Switch the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position.
■Put the engine switch in the OFF position.
■Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
To stop the engine in an emergency situation:
■Put the engine switch in the OFF position.
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