2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR
Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 6 to become
familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
1. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase,
60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. 120/240V AC, 20 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 volt AC,
20 amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance,
tool and motor loads.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) – The control panel is provided with a
2-pole, 14 amp circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
4. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
5. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
6. Fuel Tank – Tank holds 3.35 U.S. gallons of fuel.
7. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
8. On/OFF Switch – Controls the operation of the generator.
9. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
10. Handle – Pivot and retract for storage.
11. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
12. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
13. Oil Check/Fill – Check and fill oil here.
14. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
15. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
16. Oil Drain Plug – Used to drain engine oil.
17. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazard by containing sparks.
18. Roll Over Valve - Passes fuel vapors to the air box.
19. Recovery Hose - Installed between the engine air intake and
the Roll Over Valve.
Figure 3 - Control Panel
Figure 4 - Generator Controls
Figure 5 - Generator Controls
Operation
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