HOW TO USE YOUR GENERATOR
if you have any problems operating your generator
after reading the manual, please call the generator
helpline at 1-800-222-3136.
System
Ground
The generator has a system ground that connects the
generator flame components to the ground terminals
on the AC output receptacles. The system ground is
connected to the AC neutral wire (the neutral is
bonded to the generator frame).
Special Requirements
There may be Federal 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.
Connecting
to a BuHding's
Electrical
System
Connections for standby power to a building's
electrical system must be made by a qualified
electrician. The connection must isolate the generator
power from utility power, and must comply with all
applicable laws and electrical codes.
, DANGER
When
using generator
for backup
power,
notify utility
company.
Use approved
transfer
equipment
to isolate
generator
from electric
utility.
Use a ground
circuit
fault interrupter
(GFCI)
in any damp
or highly
conductive
area, such as metal
decking
or steel
work.
DO NOT touch
bare wires
or receptacles.
DO NOT use generator
with electrical
cords which
are
worn,
frayed,
bare or other,,vise
damaged.
DO NOT operate
generator
in the rain.
DO NOT handle
generator
or electrical
cords while
standing
in water,
while
barefoot,
or while hands
or feet
are wet.
DO NOT allow unqualified
persons
or children
to operate
or service
generator.
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CAUTION
See "Don't
Overload
Generator".
Start generator
and let engine
stabilize
before
connecting
electrical
loads.
Connect
electrical
loads in OFF position,
then turn ON
for operation.
Turn
electrical
loads OFF and disconnect
from generator
before
stopping
generator.
Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator.
Follow start instruction steps in numerical order:
1.
Make sure unit is on a level surface.
IMPORTANT:
Failure to start and operate unit on a
level surface will cause the unit not to start or shut
down during operation.
2.
Turn fuel valve to "On" position. Fuel valve handle
should be vertical (pointing toward ground) for fuel
to flow.
Fuel Valve is shown
in the On position
3.
Place choke lever in "Choke" position.
4.
Set rocker switch to "On" position.
Necker Switch is
shown in On position
5.
Grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight
resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
IMPORTANT:
If engine floods, place choke lever in
"Run" position and crank until engine starts.
6.
Move choke lever to "Run" position a short
distance at a time over several seconds in warm
weather or minutes in cold weather. Let engine
run smoothly before each change. Operate with
choke in "Run" position.
NOTE: If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or
if unit shuts down during operation, make sure unit is
on a level surface and check for proper oil level in
crankcase. This unit may be equipped with a low oil
protection device.