Full Product Manual

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Do Not Overload Generator
DO NOT stop engine by moving choke control
to “START” position.
Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve
and the Engine Switch are in the “OFF” position
when the engine is not in use.
If the engine will not be used for a period of two
weeks or longer, please see the Storage section
for proper engine and fuel storage.
Low Oil Shutdown
If the engine oil drops below a preset level, an
oil switch will stop the engine. Check oil level
with dipstick.
If oil level is between LOW and HIGH mark on
dipstick:
1.DO NOT try to restart the engine.
2.Contact an Authorized FIRMAN Service Dealer.
3.DO NOT operate engine until oil level is
corrected.
If oil level is below LOW mark on dipstick:
1.Add oil to bring level to HIGH mark.
2.Restart engine and if the engine stops again
a low oil condition may still exist. DO NOT try
to restart the engine.
3.Contact an Authorized FIRMAN Service Dealer.
4.DO NOT operate engine until oil level is
corrected.
Overloading a generator in excess of its rated
wattage capacity can result in damage to the
generator and to connected electrical devices.
To prolong the life of your generator and
attached devices, follow these steps to add
electrical load:
1. Start the generator with no electrical load
attached.
2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes
to stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is best to
attach the item with the largest load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize.
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional item.
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