d. Do not refuel near open flames, pilot lights, or
sparking electrical equipment such as power
tools, welders, and grinders.
e. The muffler and air cleaner must be installed
and in good condition at all times as they
function as flame arresters if backfiring occurs.
f. Do not smoke near the generator.
15.Ensure that generator is properly grounded. (See
"Grounding the generator" section in this
manual.)
16.Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or anything
that may be caught in the starter or other rotating
parts.
17.Unit must reach operating speed before electrical
loads are connected. Disconnect loads before
turning off engine.
18.To prevent surging that may possibly damage
equipment, do not allow engine to run out of fuel
when electrical loads are applied.
19.When powering solid state equipment, a Power
Line Conditioner should be used to avoid possible
damage to equipment.
20. Do not stick anything through ventilating slots,
even when the generator is not operating. This can
damage the generator or cause personal injury.
21.Before transporting the generator in a vehicle,
drain all fuel to prevent leakage that may occur.
22.Use proper lifting techniques when transporting
the generator from site to site. Improper lifting
techniques may result in personal injury.
23.To avoid burns, do not touch engine muffler or
other engine or generator surfaces which became
hot during operation.
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A SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER. If the product will be
used around flammable materials, such as agricultural crops,
forests, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved
spark arrester should be installed and is legally required in the
State of California. The California statutes requiring a spark
arrester are Sections 13005(b), 4442 and 4443. Spark
Arresters are also required on some U.S. Forest Service land
and may also be legally required under other statutes and
ordinances. An approved spark arrester is available from our
product dealers, or may be ordered from Powermate
Corporation, P.O. Box 6001, Kearney, Nebraska 68848.
1-800-445-1805.
your generator it is necessary to know the total wattage of the
connected load. To determine which tools and/or appliances
your generator will run follow these steps:
1. Determine if you want to run one item or multiple items
2. Check wattage requirements for the items you will be
3. Total the watts for each item. If the nameplate only gives
4. Motorized appliances or tools require more than their
5. The generator's rated watts should match or exceed the
6. Always connect the heaviest load to the generator first,
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SPARK ARRESTER
YOUR PRODUCT MAY NOT BE EQUIPPED WITH
DETERMINING TOTAL WATTAGE
In order to prevent overloading and possible damage to
simultaneously.
running by referring to the load's nameplate or by
calculating it (multiply amps x volts = watts).
volts and amps, multiply volts x amps = watts.
1 KW = 1,000 watts.
rated wattage for start up.
NOTE: Allow 2 1/2 to 4 times the listed wattage for
starting equipment powered by electric motors.
total number of watts required for the equipment you
want to run.
then add other items one at a time.
Customer Hotline 1-800-445-1805