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Operator's Manual
Operator's Manual
OPERATING THE GENERATOR
Note: The generator must not be operated in ambient temperatures
greater than 131°F (55°C) as this can damage the CO Detector.
FUEL SWITCH
The fuel switch controls the flow of the fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor. Turn the fuel switch to the on "I" position before starting the
engine. Turn the fuel switch to the off "O" position after stopping the
engine.
RECOIL STARTER
To start the engine, slowly pull the starter handle until resistance is felt,
then quickly pull the starter handle the rest of the way. Do not allow the
starter handle to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to pre-
vent damage to the starter.
AC CIRCUIT BREAKER
The generator comes equipped with circuit breakers that protect the
unit and the load from short circuit or overload conditions. If the circuit
breaker opens, determine why the circuit breaker tripped before closing
the circuit breaker.
LOW OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN
The generator is equipped with a low oil level shutdown that is designed
to protect the engine from damage caused by an insufficient amount of
oil in the crankcase. When the oil level in the crankcase falls below the
safe operating limit, the low oil level shutdown will automatically shut off
the engine.
120 VAC, 20 AMP, DUPLEX
The 120 VAC duplex receptacle is protected against overload by a
20 Amp push to reset circuit breaker. It also provides protection via a
Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor (GFCI) with press to Test and Reset but-
tons. Use the receptacle to power a NEMA 5-20, 120 VAC, single phase,
60 Hz electrical load requiring 20 Amps of current.
Use only high quality, well insulated, 3-wire grounded cords rated for
125 V at 20 Amps (or greater). Keep extension cords as short as possi-
ble (less than 15 feet) to prevent voltage drop and overheating of wires.
RV RECEPTACLE
The 120 VAC RV outlet is protected against overload by a 30 Amp push
to reset circit breaker. Use a NEMA TT-30 (120 VAC outlets) plug with
this receptacle. Use the receptacle to power a 120 VAC, single phase,
60 Hz electrical load.
120 VAC, 120/240 VAC 30 AMP, LOCKING
The 120 VAC and 120/240 VAC locking receptacles are protected
against overload by the following push to reset circuit breakers:
Use a NEMA L5-30 (120 VAC outlets) or NEMA L14- 30 (120/240 VAC
outlets) plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock or unlock).
Use the receptacles to supply a single phase 60 Hz 120 V AC or 240
VAC electrical load.
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