A
DANGER:
Carbon
Monoxide.
Using a
generator
indoors
CAN
KILL
YOU
IN
MINUTES.
Generator
exhaust
contains
high
levels
of
carbon
mon
oxide
(CC),
a
poisonous gas
you
cannot
see
or
smell.
If
you
can
smell
the
generator
exhaust,
you
are
breathing
CO. But
even
if
you
cannot
smell
the
exhaust,
you
could
be breathing
CO.
•
Never
use
a
generator
inside
homes,
garages,
crawl
spaces,
or
other
partly
enclosed
areas.
Deadly levels
of
carbon
monoxide
can
build
up
in
these
areas.
Us
ing
a
fan
or
opening
windows
and
doors
does
NOT
supply
enough
fresh
air.
•
ONLY
use
a
generator outdoors
and
far
away
from
open
windows,
doors,
and
vents.
These
openings
can
pull
in
generator
exhaust.
Even
when
you
use
a
generator
correctly,
CO
may
leak
into
the
home.
ALWAYS
use
a
battery-powered
or
battery-
backup
CO
alarm
in
the
home.
If
you
start
to
feel
sick,
dizzy,
or
weak
after
the
generator
has
been
running,
move
to
fresh
air
RIGHT
AWAY.
See
a
doctor.
You
could have
carbon
monoxide poisoning.
APPLICATIONS
This
generator
is
designed
to
supply electrical
power
for
operating compatible
electrical
lighting,
appliances,
tools,
and motor loads.
BEFORE
OPERATING
THE
UNIT
•
Only
use
OUTSIDE
and at
least
20
feet
away
from
win
dows,
doors,
and
vents
as
recommended
by
the
U.S
Department
of
Health
and
Human
Services Centers
for
Disease
Control
and
Prevention.
Your
specific home
and/
or wind
conditions
may
require
additional
distance.
•
NEVER
use
inside
a
home
or
garage,
EVEN
IF
doors
and
windows
are
open.
•
Always
position
the
generator
on
a
flat
firm
surface.
SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS:
There
may
be General or
State
Occupational
Safety and
Health
Administration
(OSHA)
regulations,
local
codes
or
ordinances
that
apply
to
the
intended
use
of
the
generator.
Please consult
a
qualified
electrician, electrical
inspector,
or
the
local
agency
having
jurisdiction:
•
In
some
areas,
generators
are required
to
be
registered
with
local
utility
companies.
•
If
the
generator
is
used
at
a
construction
site,
there
may
be additional
regulations
which
must
be
observed.
RAISING
AND
LOWERING
THE HANDLE
See
Figure
7-8.
•
To
raise
the
handle
(for
moving
the
generator):
pull
the
handle
up
until
the
handle
release
knob
snaps
into
lock
ing
position
and
insert
the
handle
lock
pin
to
secure
the
handle
in
place.
U
To
lower
the
handle
(for
storing
or
transporting
the
gen
erator):
remove
the
handle
lock
pin,
then
pull
the handle
release
knob
out and
lower
the
handle
to
the
down
posi
tion.
CHECKING/ADDING
LUBRICANT
See
Figure
9.
NOTE:
If
a
separate
engine manual
is
provided
forthis product,
please
follow
the instructions
provided
in
the
engine
manual
instead
of
the
information
listed below.
Engine
lubricant
has
a
major influence
on
engine
perfor
mance
and
service
life.
For
general,
all-temperature
use,
SAE
10W-3D
is
recommended.
Always
use
a
4-stroke
motor
lubricant
that
meets
or
exceeds
the requirements
for
API
service
classification
5].
This
engine
comes
with
a
feature
that
will
shutoff
the engine
when
a
specific
lubricant
level
is
not maintained.
The
engine
will
not
restart
until
an
appropriate
lubricant
level
is
reached.
NOTE:
Non-detergent
or
2-stroke
engine
lubricants
will
damage
the
engine and should
not
be
used.
I
Unscrew
the
oil
cap/dipstick
and
remove.
•
Wipe
dipstick
clean and
re-seat
in
hole;
do
not
rethread.
•
Remove
dipstick
again and
check
lubricant
level.
Lubri
cant
level
should
fall
between
the
hatched
areas
on
the
dipstick.
•
If
level
is
low,
add
engine
lubricant
until
the
fluid
level
rises
to
the upper
portion
of
the
dipstick.
•
Replace
and
secure
the
oil
cap/dipstick.
USING FUEL STABILIZER
Fuel
gets
old,
oxidizes, and
breaks
down over
time.
Adding
a
fuel
stabilizer
(not
included)
extends
the
usable
life
of
fuel
and
helps prevent
deposits
from
forming
that can
clog
the
fuel
system.
Follow
fuel
stabilizer manufacturer’s
directions
for
correct
ratio
of
stabilizer
to
fuel.
•
Mix
fuel
stabilizer and
gasoline
prior
to
filling
the
tank
by
using
a
gas
can
or
other
approved
fuel
container
and
shaking
gently
to
combine.
NOTE:
To
control
the amount
of fuel
stabilizer
being
add
ed
to
the
engine,
always
mix
fuel
stabilizer
with
gasoline
before
fueling
the
tank
rather than adding
fuel
stabilizer
directly
into
the
generator’s
fuel
tank.
•
Replace
and
secure
the
fuel
tank
cap.
•
Start and
run
the
engine
for
at
least
5
minutes
to
allo
stabilizer
to
treat
the
entire
fuel
system.
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING
THE
WHEELS
I
Raise
the
end
of
the
generator opposite
the
recoil
starter
See
Figure
6.
high
enough
to
gain
access
to
the
frame
bottom;
securely
Wheels
are provided
to
assist
in
moving
the
generator
to
position
props
underneath
to
support.
the desired
location
and
should be
installed
on
the
same
U
Insert axle
through
the
center
of
the
wheel.
side
as
the
handle.
I
Place
washer
on
axle
and
then
slide
the
axle
through
the
U
Locate
the
following
items:
bracket
on
the
frame.
2
axles
•
Push
the
hitch
pin
into
the
hole
on
the
end
of
the
axle
to
2
wheels
secure
the
wheel
assembly.
2
washers
NOTE:
The
hitch
pin
should
be
pushed
into
the
axle
until
the
center
of
the
pin
tests
on
top
of
the
axle.
2
hitch
pins
•
Repeat the
process
on
the
other
side.
OPERATION
OPERATION
A
WARNING:
Do
not
allow
familiarity with
this
product
to
make
you
careless.
Remember that
a
careless
fraction
of
a
second
is
sufficient to
inflict
serious
injury.
A
WARNING:
Do
not
use
any
attachments
or
accessories
not
recom
mended
by
the
manufacturer
of
this
product.
The
use
of
attachments
or
accessories
not
recommended
can
result
in
serious personal
injury.
NOTICE:
This
product
is
equipped
with a
spark
arrestor that
has
been
evaluated
by
the
USDA
Forest Service;
however,
product
users
must
comply
with
Federal,
State,
and
local
fire
prevention regulations.
Check
with
appropriate
au
thorities.
Contact
customer
service
or
a
qualified
service
center
to
purchase
a
replacement
spark
arrestor.
A
CAUTION:
Do
not
attempt
to
lift
the
unit
by
the handle assembly.
If
it
is
necessary
to
lift
the
generator,
always
grasp
by
the
frame.
Use
proper
lifting
techniques
to
avoid
back
injury.
A
WARNING:
If
this
generator
will
be
used
only
with
cord
and
plug-
connected
equipment,
National Electric
Code
does
not
require
that
the
unit
be
grounded.
However,
other
methods
of
using
the
generator
may require
grounding
to
reduce
the
risk
of
shock
or
electrocution.
Consult
a
qualified
electrician, electrical inspector,
or local
agency
having
jurisdiction
for local
codes
or
ordinances
to
find
out
if
grounding
is
needed
in
your
situation before
using
the
generator.
NOTICE:
Before
each
use,
inspect
the
entire
product
for
damaged,
missing,
or
loose
parts such as screws,
nuts,
bolts,
caps,
etc.
Tighten
securely
all
fasteners
and
caps
and
do
not
operate
this
product
until
all
missing
or
damaged
parts
are
replaced.
Please
contact
customer
service
or
a
qualified
service
center
for
assistance.
ETHANOL-BLENDED
FUELS
NOTICE:
Attempting
to
start
the
engine before
it
has
been
properly
filled
with
lubricant
will
result
in
equipment
failure.
NOTICE:
Do
not
use
E15
or
E85
fuel
in
this
product.
It
is
a
viola
tion
of
federal
law
and
will
damage
the
unit
and
void
your
warranty.
Only
use
unleaded
gasoline
containing
up
to
10%
ethanol.
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