Maintenance
Maintenance Recommendations
Regular maintenance will improve performance and
extend generator life. See a qualified dealer for service.
Generator warranty does not cover items subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full warranty
value, operator must maintain generator as instructed in
this manual, including proper storage as detailed in Win-
ter Storage and Long Term Storage.
Call 1-888-431-6871 with questions
NOTICE:
about component replacement.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow maintenance schedule intervals, whichever
occurs first according to use.
Adverse conditions will require more fre-
NOTICE:
quent service.
All required service and adjustments
NOTICE:
should be each season as detailed in the
following chart.
At Each Use
Check Engine Oil Level
Every 50 Hours
Clean/Replace Air Filter**
Change Oil ¥
Every 100 Hours or Every Year*
Inspect/Replace Spark Plug
Clean Spark Arrestor
Valve Clearance Adjustment***
Every 200 Hours or Every Year*
Inspect/Clean Air Cleaner Filter**
Replace Fuel Filter +
¥ Change oil after first 30 hours of operation, then every 50
hours.
+ To be performed by a Service Center.
* Change oil every month when operating under heavy load
or in high temperatures.
** Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating condi-
tions. Replace air filter parts if they cannot be adequately
cleaned.
*** Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary after first
50 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter.
Instruction Manual for Portable Generator
Product Specifications
Generator Specifications
Rated Power
Surge Power
Rated AC Voltage
Rated AC Load at 120V
Rated Frequency
Unit Dimensions L x W x
H (in/mm)
Unit Weight (dry)
** Operating Temperature Range: -5 °C (23 °F) to 40 °C
(104 °F). When operated above 25 °C (77 °F) there may
be a decrease in power.
** Maximum wattage and current are subject to, and limited
by, such factors as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature,
altitude, engine condition, etc. Maximum power
decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea
level; and will also decrease about 1% for each 6 °C (10
°F) above 16 °C (60 °F) ambient temperature.
Engine Specifications
Engine Type
Displacement
Spark Plug Part Number
Spark Plug Type
Spark Plug Gap
Fuel Capacity
Oil Type
Oil Capacity
Run Time (25% Load)*
Run Time (50% Load)*
* Run times vary based on load and altitude.
Preventive Maintenance
Dirt or debris can cause improper operation and equip-
ment damage. Clean generator daily or before each use.
Keep area around and behind muffler free from combus-
tible debris. Inspect all cooling air openings on generator.
Do not insert any object through the
WARNING
air cooling slots. Generator can start
at any time and could result in death, serious injury and
unit damage.
•
Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
•
Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
•
Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and debris.
Maintenance
2200 W
2500 VA
120V
18.3 Amps**
60 Hz
21.3 x 10.8 x 17.7 (540 x 275
x 450)
50.7 lb (23.0 kg)
Single cylinder, 4-stroke
98cc
10000006844
E6TC / E6RTC / BPR6HS or
equivalent
0.028-0.031 inch or (0.7-0.8
mm)
3.75 L (1.0 U.S. gallons) /
Unleaded
Before Start-
See Chart in
ing Generator
0.35 L (0.36 qt.)
8 Hours
4.5 Hours
15