Manual

GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of this generator by
properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local
electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the
unit. For that purpose, a GROUND LUG is provided (Fig-
ure-3).,
Generally, connecting a No. 12 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding lug and to
an earth-driven copper or brass grounding rod (electrode)
provides adequate protection against electrical shock.
However, tocaf codes may very widely. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements in your area.
Proper grounding of generator will help prevent electricat
shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the gener-
ator or in connected electrical devices. Proper grounding
also helps dissipate static electricity, which often builds up
in ungrounded devices.,
IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OPERATING YOUR
GENERATOR, PLEASE CALL THE GENERATOR
HELPLINE AT 1-800-222-3136.,
t_12 AWG STRANDEO
GROUNDING ROD
• Pour oil into the oil fill opening until oil reaches FULL
mark on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. Oii capac-
ity of engine is 0.61 US quarts.
o Install oil dipstick, hand tighten securely
Figure-4
CAUTION:ANYATTEMPTTOCRANKOR STARTTHE
ENGINEBEFOREIT HASBEENPROPERLYSER-
VICEDWITH THERECOMMENDEDOILRESULTSIN
ANENGINEFAILURE.
Note: When adding oil to the engine crankcase in the
future, use only high quality detergent oit rated with API
service classification SF, SG, or SH rated SAE 30 weighL
Use no special additives. Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30) improve starting in cold weather, multi-viscosity
oilswill result in increased oil consumption when used
above 32° E It will be necessary to check "yourengine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible damage from run-
ning low on oil Oil sump capacity is 0.61 US quarts. DO
NOT use 10W-40.
FLgure-3
BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR
Tooperatethe engtne youwill need todothefollowing:
ENGINE OIL,
Important: To avoid engine damage never run engine
unless:
• Oil level is between =Full" and "Add" marks on the dip-
stick,.
• Oil fill plug is tightened securely intooi! fill tube or
hole.
ADD OIL
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Clean area around oilfill and remove oil dipstick.
• Wipe dipstick clean,.
colder ._ 32° _LI=.- warmer
5W30 SAE30
ADD GASOLINE
• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the Generator
engine. DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE. DO
NOT MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE°
- Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap°
° Add "UNLEADED" regular gasoline, slowly to fuel
tank. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERFILL° Allow about
1/4-inch of tank space for expansion.
• tnstaflfuel cap and wipe up any spilted gasoline.
Important: It is important to prevent gum deposits from
forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carbu-
retor, fuel filter, fuei hose or tank during storage. Also,
experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (catled