2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR

Read the entire Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this generator.

Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 6 to become familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

1.Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine (Pull/Push).

2.Engine Switch – Controls the operation of the generator. On electric start models the switch is Start/Run/Stop. On recoil start models the switch is On/Off.

3.Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor. Turn off and run carburetor out of fuel for extended storage.

4.Panel LED's – Provide illumination of the control panel while the generator is operating.

5.120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

6.120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads. It also provides protection with an Integral Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, complete with a press to "Test" and "Reset" button.

7.Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each 20 Amp receptacle is provided with a push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload.

8.Circuit Breakers (AC) – The 30 Amp receptacle is protected with a pair of push-to-reset circuit breakers to protect the generator against electrical overload.

9.PowerBar – Indicates the amount of power being used from the generator; each section is approximately 25%

10.Hourmeter – Provides operating hours for Service Intervals.

11.Battery Charger Input (Electric Start Models) – This receptacle allows the capability to recharge the 12 VDC engine starting battery with the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger. The battery is protected by a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panel.

12.Fuel Tank – Tank holds 9 U.S. gallons of fuel.

13.Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.

14.Handles – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring- loaded button to move handles.

15.Oil Fill – Check oil level and add oil here.

16.Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.

17.Muffler – Includes the spark arrestor and quiets the engine.

18.Spark Plug Location – The spark plug ignites the Air/Fuel Mixture (Side panel must be removed).

19.Engine Oil Filter – Filters engine oil; see Section 3.1 for the proper service intervals.

20.Air Cleaner – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.

21.Oil Drain – Drain valve to remove used oil from the engine crankcase.

22.Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.

Operation

Figure 3 – Generator Locations

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