Guardian Technologies 5209 owner manual To Start the Engine, Adding Gasoline

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Section 2 – Operation Residential Portable Generator System

2.6.2 ADDING GASOLINE

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WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.

Caution: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always leave room for fuel expansion.

•Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine. Do not use premium gasoline. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

•Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

•Slowly add unleaded regular gasoline to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion, as shown here.

•Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Figure 14 - Fuel Tank

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. Alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. See "Storage" on page 18. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank as permanent damage may occur.

2.7 TO START THE ENGINE

WARNING! Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on.

•Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine.

•Make sure the unit is in a level position.

•Open the fuel shut-off valve.

Figure 15 - Fuel Shut-off Valve

•Locate the Idle Control ON/OFF switch on the control panel and set it to the “OFF” position.

Figure 16 - Idle Control Switch

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Contents Owner’s Manual Installation Guide For Generator Ready Kit Introduction General Hazards Important Safety InstructionsExplosion Hazards Electrical HazardsFire Hazards Accessory BOX AssemblyUnpacking Assembling the Wheel KITHandle Assembly Battery ConnectionKnow the Generator Operation1 AC, 20 AMP, Duplex Receptacle Cord Sets and Connection Plugs2 120V AC, 20 AMP, Gfci Receptacle Provided. This receptacle can not recharge 6 Volt batteries 5 12 Volt DC, 10 AMP ReceptacleConnecting Electrical Loads HOW to USE the GeneratorDON’T Overload the Generator Grounding the GeneratorBefore Starting the Generator Wattage Reference GuideAdding Engine OIL Adding Gasoline To Start the EngineAutomatic Idle Control Stopping the EngineCold Weather OPERATION/ DE-ICER LOW OIL Pressure Shutdown SystemTo recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows Charging a BatteryProduct Specifications Maintenance ScheduleGenerator Specifications Engine SpecificationsEngine Maintenance Checking OIL Level Generator MaintenanceTo Clean the Generator General RecommendationsClean Spark Arrestor Screen Service AIR CleanerReplacing the Spark Plug To adjust valve clearance Adjusting Valve ClearanceLong Term Storage GeneralOther Storage Tips Fuel TankSymptom Cause Solution TroubleshootingGenerator Ready KIT Plan the Location of Your Generator Safety and to discourage tampering Your Guardian Generator Ready KIT Is NOW Installed Operation of Generator with Generator Ready KIT Transfer to Generator Power Source When Utility Power Fails Interconnection Drawing Residential Portable Generator System Wiring Diagram Drawing No E0228 Schematic Drawing No E0229-A Section Part NO. QTY Description Detail a QTY Description Part NO#.QTY Generator Drawing No D4488-D QTY. Description 47,48 Heatsink Part NO. QTY. DescriptionFrame, Handle & Wheel Kit Drawing No E0695-A Special L/WASH QTY DescriptionCalifornia Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty This Warranty Shall not Apply to the Following Warranty Schedule
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