Full Product Manual

12
Refueling
With the engine stopped, remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel
level. Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low. Turn the fuel valve OFF
(page 6).
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when
filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered
under the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the
engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to avoid
spilling fuel.
• Do not fill the fuel tank above the upper level mark (shown above) or
fuel may flow into the EVAP canister causing fuel leakage from the
bottom of the canister.
• Never refuel the engine inside a building where gasoline fumes may
reach flames or sparks.
• Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric
appliances, power tools, etc.
• Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental
damage. Wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel Recommendations
This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
Never use gasoline that is stale, contaminated, or mixed with oil.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol must
contain co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors.
Use of fuels with a content of ethanol or methanol greater than shown
above may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system.
Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel
with percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above
are not covered under the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis,
please refer to the fuel section of the STORAGE chapter (page 14) for
additional information regarding fuel deterioration.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the generator on a level
surface and the engine stopped.
1. Remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick.
2. Check the oil level. If
it is below the upper
limit, fill with the
recommended oil
(page 13) to the
upper limit of the oil
filler neck.
3. Reinstall the oil filler
cap securely.
The Oil Alert system will
automatically stop the
engine before the oil
level falls below safe
limits. However, to avoid
the inconvenience of an
unexpected shutdown,
check the oil level regularly.
Engine Oil Change
Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete
draining.
1. Place the generator on a level surface.
2. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the oil, then
remove the drain plug and sealing washer, remove the oil filler cap,
and drain the oil.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug and a new sealing washer. Tighten the
plug securely.
4. Refill with the recommended oil (page 13) and check the oil level.
Maximum capacity: 19.6 oz (0.58 L)
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten it securely.
Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil.
NOTICE
Using non detergent oil can shorten the engine’s service life, and
using 2-stroke oil can damage the engine.
 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling
fuel.
• Stop the engine and let it cool before refueling
• Keep heat, sparks, and flame away
• Refuel only outdoors
• Wipe up spills immediately
UPPER LEVEL MARK (RED)
(Do not overfill)
FUEL TANK CAP
OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK
OIL FILLER NECK
UPPER LIMIT
Illustration in process
Illustration in process
OIL FILLER NECK
UPPER
LIMIT
OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK
DRAIN BOLT
WASHER
2”X 4” LUMBER