Assembly, Unpack Generator, Install Wheel Kit

Assembly

Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended fuel and oil.

If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, please call the generator helpline at (877) 224‑0458. If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from the data tag available. See Generator Controls and Features for data tag location.

Unpack Generator

1.Set the carton on a rigid, flat surface.

2.Remove everything from carton except generator.

3.Open carton completely by cutting each corner from top to bottom.

4.Leave generator on carton to install wheel kit.

The generator is supplied with:

•Engine oil bottle

•Operator’s manual

•Wheel kit

Install Wheel Kit

The wheel kit is designed to greatly improve the portability of your generator.

NOTE: Wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use.

You will need the following tools to install these components:

•13mm socket wrench

•13mm open end wrench

•Pliers

•Safety glasses

Install the wheel kit as follows:

1.Tip generator so that engine end is up.

2.Slide axle (A) through both mounting brackets.

3.Slide a wheel (B) over axle.

NOTE: Be sure to install wheel with raised hub inboard.

4.Place a washer (C) on axle and then place an e-ring (D) in axle groove.

caution

E-rings can cause eye injury.

E-rings can spring back and become airborne when installing or removing.

•Always wear eye protection when installing/removing e-rings.

5.Install e-ring with pliers, squeezing from top of e-ring to bottom of axle.

6.Repeat steps 3 through 5 to secure second wheel.

7.Tip generator so that engine side is down.

8.Line up holes in support leg (E) with holes in generator frame.

9.Attach support leg using 2 capscrews (M8 x 20 mm) (F) and 2 hex nuts (G). Tighten with a 13 mm socket wrench and 13 mm wrench.

10.Repeat steps 8 and 9 to secure second support leg.

11.Attach handles (H) to brackets on generator frame as shown, with 45 mm capscrews (J), flat washers (K), nylon washers (L), and M8 lock nuts (M).

NOTE: DO NOT overtighten. Handles must be able to move up and down freely.

12.Return generator to normal operating position (resting on wheels and support leg).

13.Loop handle pins (N) on generator frame just above handle brackets.

14.Raise handles and insert handle pins to move generator.

N
L
J
K
M
H
		A
	F	B	C
		B	C
			D
E	G
	G
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