GA-6RE/GA-6REA — PRE-INSPECTION (ENGINE)
CAUTION
NEVER operate thegenerators in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the generator.
Before Starting
1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the generator, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.
4.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.
5.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the generators on secure level ground with the engine stopped.
2.Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 7) and wipe clean.
Figure 7. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
3.Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (Figure 8), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 5).Maximum oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters)
Figure 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
Table 5. Oil Type
Season | Temperature | Oil Type |
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Summer | 25°C or Higher | SAE |
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Spring/Fall | 25°C~10°C | SAE |
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Winter | 0°C or Lower | SAE |
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DANGER EXPLOSIVE FUEL
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the generators if the engine is hot! , running or in the dark.
Fuel Check
1.Close the fuel cock before filling the fuel tank.
2.Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
3.Readthefuelgaugelocatedontopofthefueltank(Figure9)to determin if the fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish with clean unleaded fuel.
Figure 9. Fuel Gauge
4.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT
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