Stopping Generator

Stopping Generator

In an emergency:

Press and hold engine control switch to STOP position until engine stops.

In normal use:

1.Turn OFF any connected appliances and unplug any connected power cords.

2.Allow generator to run for 2-3 minutes.

3.Press engine control switch to STOP position.

4.Turn fuel valve to OFF position.

High Altitude Operation

At high altitudes, standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich. Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase.

High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and then readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the engine at altitudes higher than 5000 feet (1500 meters) above sea level, have an authorized generator dealer perform this carburetor modification.

Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease approximately 3.5% for each 1000 foot (300 meter) increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made.

If engine jetted for high altitude is used at lower altitude, lean air fuel mixture will reduce performance and may over-heat and seriously damage the engine.

Powering Appliances

iNOTE:

In this manual, the term “appliance” refers to any electrical device that can be connected to generator for power.

Rules for Powering Appliances

NEVER start generator with electrical appliances plugged in and turned on.

Faulty appliances and power cords can result in electrical shock.

•Before attempting to power an appliance, be sure genera- tor has been properly grounded, and that appliance and power cord are in good working order.

•Plan carefully: Before using generator to power appliances, take time to add power rating (watts) of each appliance and verify that total wattage does not

exceed rated output of generator. Power rating information can usually be found on an appliance’s product label, or stamped inside or on back of appliance. See Table 1 for a listing of average appliance wattage requirements.

•NEVER overload: Circuit breakers will stop flow of electricity between generator and appliance if genera- tor is overloaded. This will be indicated by a “tripped” breaker. If this happens, power off and disconnect appliance(s), wait a few minutes, and then push to reset circuit breaker.

•Pay attention to appliance operation: If appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or stops suddenly, turn it OFF immediately. Disconnect appliance and determine whether problem is appli- ance, or if rated load capacity of generator has been exceeded.

•Use suitable extension cords: If using an extension cord to connect appliance to generator, use only UL- listed, three-prong extension cords. Be sure exten- sion cord is proper size (wire-gauge) to handle elec- tric load that will be plugged into it.

Do not run power cords under carpet, rugs, or other materials where heat might build up or cord damage may go unno- ticed.

Appliance Wattage Information

Use table below as a guide to determine how much power you will need to run appliances using generator.

The values provided in following table are estimates only.

•ALWAYS verify actual wattage requirements for appliance you will be powering. Check labels inside or on the back of appliance, refer to appliance operating manuals, or contact appliance manufacturer.

 

Appliance

Typical Running Watts

Air Conditioner*

 

 

 

 

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Central

3500

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Window

500-1440

Aquarium

50-1210

 

 

Clock radio

10

 

 

Coffee maker

900-1200

 

 

Washing machine

350-500

 

 

Electric dryer

1800-5000

 

 

Iron

1000-1800

 

 

 

TABLE 1. Typical Appliance Running Wattages

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