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GEN1540809, GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
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Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Do not connect 50Hz or 3-phase loads to this generator
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words And Labels
How to
Safety
Do Not Return This Product To The Retailer - Contact Customer Service
Fuel Tank Cap 2 Control Panel 3 Grounding Terminal 4 Oil Access
Features
Using this Generator for the First-Time
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Contents
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY - NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER - CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE
PORTABLE GENERATOR
FEATURES
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts / 1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
4-Stroke OHV Engine Recoil Start 2.4 HP Gasoline Engine
Automatic Low Oil Shutdown 1 - 120 Volt A/C Outlet
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Step 1 - Add Oil
Step 2 - Add Gasoline
Step 3 - Ground The Generator
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS
What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
STOP
Notice Regarding Emissions
Legal Requirements
Usage Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
PACKAGE CONTENTS
STOP
GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER
GENERATOR COMPONENTS
1 Fuel Tank Cap 2 Control Panel 3 Grounding Terminal 4 Oil Access
8 Ignition Switch
5 Recoil Starter 6 Carburetor Choke Lever 7 Fuel Cock
Using this Generator for the First-Time
PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
Step 1 - Add Oil
Figure 1 - Open the Oil Access Panel
Step 2 - Add Gasoline
Step 3 - Ground the Generator
Model GEN154 Fuel Tank Capacity gals /L
Model GEN154 Fuel Type
Subsequent Use of this Generator
Step 1 - Verify Oil Level
Step 2 - Verify Gas Level
Step 3 - Ground the Generator
STARTING THE GENERATOR
STOP
The Recoil Start is located on the left side of the generator
USING THE GENERATOR
AC Usage
Model GEN154 Rated Running Wattage
1500
Do not connect 50Hz or 3-phase loads to this generator
DC Usage
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Figure 6 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
Storage batteries emit highly explosive hydrogen gas when charged
MAINTENANCE/CARE
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Cleaning the Generator
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
Checking the Oil Level
Changing/Adding Oil
Oil Capacity fluid oz./L
Oil Type Recommended
Air Filter Maintenance
Spark Plug Maintenance
Emptying the Fuel Tank
Figure 9 - Measuring the spark plug gap
STORAGE/TRANSPORT PROCEDURES
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Solution
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
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GEN1540809
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator