OPERATION
CONNECT THE BATTERY
See Figure 12.
NOTICE
THIS GENERATOR HAS BEEN
SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. Do not attempt to crank
or start engine before it has been properly serviced
with recommended oil. Failure to add engine oil before
starting will result in serious engine damage that is not
covered under warranty.
A quick-connect battery plug is pre-installed on the battery.
Remove the cable tie securing the plugs then push firmly
to connect them.
NOTE: The generator is equipped with a battery charging
feature. Once the engine is running, a small charge will
slowly recharge the battery.
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 warranty.
Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to 10% eth-
anol.
l ALWAYS use CLEAN, FRESH, un-
leaded 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.
FIG. 12
A - Quick-connect plug
FIG. 13
E85 E15
A - Fuel Cap
ADDING GASOLINE
See Figures 13 - 14.
DANGER
Fire and explosion hazard. Nev-
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
Fire and explosion hazard. Do
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
Never use a gasoline container,
gasoline tank, or any other fuel item that is broken, cut,
torn or damaged.
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