•Turn engine ON/OFF switch to ON position (Figure 11).
•Move engine CHOKE lever to the FULL CHOKE position (Figure 11).
•To start engine, firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away.
•When engine starts, move choke lever to
NOTICE:
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever to the START position and repeat starting instructions.
Figure 11 - Engine Controls
2.8 STOPPING THE ENGINE
•Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
•Let engine run at
•Move ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
•Close fuel valve.
2.9 LOW OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
The engine is equipped with a low oil level sensor that shuts down the engine automatically when the oil level drops below a specified level. If the engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has enough gasoline, check engine oil level.
Maintenance
2.9.1 SENSING LOW OIL LEVEL
If the system senses a low oil level during operation, the engine shuts down. The engine will not run until the oil has been refilled to the proper level.
3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level | At Each Use | |
Change Oil ¥ | *Every 50 | Hours |
Check Valve Clearance | ***Every Season | |
Service Air Filter | **Every 25 | Hours |
Replace Spark Plug | ****Every 100 | Hours |
¥Change oil after first 20 hours of operation.
*Change oil every month when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
**Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating conditions. Replace air filter parts if they cannot be adequately cleaned.
***Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary after first 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter.
****Clean and
3.2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
Rated. Power | 3.25 kW** |
Surge Power | 3.75 kW |
Rated AC Voltage | 120/240 |
Rated Current | 27/13.5 Amps** |
Rated Frequency | 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM |
Phase | Single Phase |
**Maximum wattage is subject to, and limited by, such factors as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine condition, etc.. Maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea level; and will also decrease about 1% for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60° F) ambient temperature.
3.2.2 | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | |
Displacement | 208 cc | |
Spark Plug Type | F6TC, NGK BP6IS or Champion RN11YC | |
Spark Plug Gap | 0.030 inch or (0.76 mm) | |
Gasoline Capacity | 13.25 L (3.5 U.S. gallons) | |
Oil Type | ....... See Chart in "Before Starting the Generator" Section | |
Oil Capacity | 0.6 L (0.634 Qts.) | |
Run Time | 9.7 Hours at 1/2 Load | |
Class II Emission Certified*
*The engine manufacturer must warrant the emission control system for a period of two years. This warranty coverage is in addition to the warranty provided by Generac, and may cover the engine even if Generac’s warranty does not.
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