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OPERATION
KNOW HOW TO SAFELY LOCATE AND
OPERATE YOUR GENERATOR
DANGER
generator in a well-ventilated area. DO NOT place
the generator near vents or intakes where exhaust
fumes could be drawn into occupied or confined
spaces. Carefully consider wind and air currents
when positioning the generator.
WARNING
the generator in a location that is wet or damp. Never
expose the generator to rain, snow, water spray, or
standing water while in use. Protect the generator
from all hazardous weather conditions. Moisture or
ice can cause a short circuit or other malfunction in
the electrical circuit. Using a generator or electrical
appliance in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, or
near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands
are wet, could result in electrocution.
WARNING
generator on a solid, level surface. Operating the
generator on a surface with loose material such
as sand or grass clippings can cause debris to be
ingested by the generator that could block cooling
vents or the air intake system. Allow the generator
to cool for 30 minutes before transport or storage.
l Read and understand all safety information before
starting the generator (see pages 4 - 9).
l NEVER use a generator in your home, garage,
basement, attic, crawl space or any other fully or
partially enclosed area. Areas such as these can allow
dangerous levels of carbon monoxide to accumulate.
Carbon monoxide (CO), an invisible, odorless, and
extremely poisonous gas CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
l DO NOT operate the generator in the back of a SUV,
camper, trailer, truck bed (regular, flat, or otherwise),
under stairs, next to walls or buildings, or in any other
location that will not allow for adequate cooling of the
generator and/or the muffler. Operating the generator
in enclosed or partially enclosed areas will allow
dangerous levels of CO to accumulate.
l DO NOT contain generators during operation.
l Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents as recommended by the US Department
of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. Your specific home and/or wind
conditions may require additional distance.
Asphyxiation hazard. Place the
Electrocution hazard. Never use
Fire hazard. Only operate the
l Do not operate the generator on an incline. The unit
should always be placed on a flat stable surface.
l The generator should be on a flat, level surface at all
times (even while not in operation).
l The generator must have at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of
clearance from all combustible material.
KNOW THE REGULATIONS FOR THE USE
OF PORTABLE GENERATORS
Consider where and how you intend to use your generator,
and familiarize yourself with any local, state, or federal
ordinances concerning your intended use. It may be
necessary to contact a qualified electrician or local
governing agency for a full list of requirements.
ADDING OIL/CHECKING OIL LEVEL
See Figures 6 - 7.
If your product has a separate engine manual,
disregard the information in this section and follow
the instructions in the engine manual.
NOTICE
SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. Do not attempt to crank or
start engine before it has been properly serviced with
recommended oil. Failure to add engine oil before
starting will result in serious engine damage that is not
covered under warranty.
NOTICE
other unapproved oil types can cause severe engine
damage that is not covered under warranty.
The included, recommended oil type for typical use is
10W-30 engine oil. If running the generator in extreme
temperatures, refer to the following chart.
Recommended Engine Oil Type
5W-30
5W-30
°F
-20
0
20
°C
-28.9
-17.8
-6.7
Ambient Temperature
NOTE: Check the engine oil level before each use or
every 8 hours of operation.
THIS GENERATOR HAS BEEN
Use of 2-stroke/cycle oil or
10W-30
10W-40
Synthetic
40
60
80
100
4.4
15.6
26.7
37.8
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