Westinghouse WGen9500DF Manual De Usuario página 16

OPERATION
GASOLINE REQUIREMENTS
NOTICE
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this
product. Engine or equipment damage caused by
stale fuel or the use of unapproved fuels (such as
E15 or E85 ethanol blends) is not covered by warran-
ty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol.
l ALWAYS use CLEAN, FRESH, unleaded gasoline
(87–93 octane) in this unit. NEVER use OLD, STALE, or
CONTAMINATED gasoline.
l Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable (where avail-
able; non-ethanol fuel is recommended).
l DO NOT use E85 or E15.
l DO NOT use a gas oil mix.
l DO NOT modify the engine to run
on alternate fuels.
USING FUEL STABILIZER
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 the manufacturer's instructions
for use.
Always mix the correct amount of fuel stabilizer to gasoline in
an approved gasoline container before fueling the generator.
Run the generator for five minutes to allow the stabilizer to
treat the entire fuel system.
ADDING GASOLINE
See Figures 12 - 13.
DANGER
er remove the fuel cap or refuel the generator while
the engine is running. Do not smoke or create sparks
while fueling. Always turn the engine off and allow the
generator to cool for at least five minutes before refu-
eling.
DANGER
not overfill fuel tank. Fill only to the red maximum fill
ring on the fuel screen. Overfilling may cause fuel to
spill onto engine causing a fire or explosion hazard.
WARNING
gasoline tank, or any other fuel item that is broken, cut,
torn or damaged.
NOTICE
Only fill the tank from an approved gas-
oline container. Make sure the gasoline container is
internally clean and in good condition to prevent fuel
system contamination.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for at
least five minutes.
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E85 E15
Fire and explosion hazard. Nev-
Fire and explosion hazard. Do
Never use a gasoline container,
FIG. 12
A
A - Fuel cap
FIG. 13
A - Vented fuel cap
B - Max fill line
C - Screen filter
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-ventilated
area. DO NOT fuel indoors.
l Clean area around fuel cap and remove the cap slowly.
l Slowly add the recommended fuel. Do not overfill.
NOTE: The gasoline level should NOT be higher than the
red maximum fill ring on the fuel screen.
l Install the fuel cap. Tighten securely.
l Clean up any spilled fuel.
l Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before re-
starting the engine.
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Use
caution when filling the fuel tank. Damage caused by
spilled fuel is not covered under warranty.
NOTICE
Clean the fuel screen filter of debris be-
fore and after each fueling. Remove the fuel screen
filter by slightly compressing it while removing it from
the fuel tank.
A
B
C