MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether)
You MAY use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by Volume.
Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel's contents. Some states
(provinces in Canada) require this information Io be posted on the pump. If you notice
any undesirable operating symptoms, switch to a conventional unleaded gasoline. Fuel system
damage or performance problems resulting from the USE Of an oxygenated fuel are not ours
responsibility and are not covered under warranty.
Oxygenated fuels can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not To spill fuel
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when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under
warranty.
6. STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
①. Make sure that AC circuit breaker IS IN THE OFF position. The generator may be hard to start if
a load is connected.
②. Turn the fuel valve to the- ON position
③. Turn the choke lever or to the CLOSE position, or pull the choke out to the CLOSE position.
④. start the engine
With recoil starter:
Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
Pull the starter grip until compression is felt, then pull briskly
I not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return, fit gently to
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prevent damage to the or housing.
With electric starter (Optional kit)
Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it there for 5 seconds or until the engine
starts.
Operating starter motor for more than 5 seconds, can damage the motor. If
the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before
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operating the starter again. If the speed of the starter motor drops after a
period of time, it indicates that the battery should be recharged.
When the engine starts, allow the engine switch to return to the ON position.
⑤. Turn the choke Fever or push the choke rod to the OPEN position as the engine
warms up.
Stopping the engine
In an emergency:
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